Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist | Part Time | Southern California | Hybrid
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, or Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with Child Psychiatry experience, to provide psychiatric care to youth in residential treatment programs located in Southern California. This role offers a flexible schedule, meaningful clinical impact, and the opportunity to work in a growing, supportive environment.
Program Details:
- 12 adolescent beds, 12 young adult beds
- All patients are Child & Adolescent in residential treatment settings
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations for new admissions (required within 24 hours of admission)
- Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-ups (flexible scheduling—can be completed within 1–2 days of your choosing each week)
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support comprehensive care planning
- Maintain documentation in accordance with regulatory and clinical standards
- Flexible weekday schedule for follow-ups
- Preferred: Availability for 1–2 weekends per month to manage new admissions only
- Onsite presence in California with flexibility for telehealth for intakes
Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Board Certified or Board Eligible General Adult Psychiatrist with Child Psychiatry experience
- Active medical licensure in California
- Experience in residential or inpatient settings strongly preferred
- Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay
- Impactful work with underserved youth populations
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment
- Flexibility to design your schedule around patient care needs
- Opportunity to help shape growing programs