Physician - Psychiatry - Child & Adolescent

Job Duties

Sign-on Bonus: Candidates are eligible for sign-on bonus Up to a $25,000 that are new to state service and remain with the facility for 2 years.

• $15,000 sign on bonus will be awarded to new hires to state service with a one-year written agreement required.
• An additional $10,000 retention bonus will be awarded to new hires who are hired after November 9th, 2023. The retention bonus will be paid out one year after hire date and require a one-year written agreement.
• Loan Repayment: Candidates are also eligible for loan repayment program! Must meet all the eligibility requirements in order to receive loan repayment*

Purpose of position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Child Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child and adolescent psychiatry and a commitment to providing comprehensive and personalized care to our patients. As a Child Psychiatrist, you will play a vital role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health disorders in children and adolescents, including but not limited to ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders.

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of children and adolescents to assess their mental health needs and formulate individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based psychiatric treatment, including medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions, to children and adolescents with mental health disorders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals, to ensure holistic and coordinated care for patients.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of patients through regular follow-up appointments and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health disorders, treatment options, and strategies for coping and managing symptoms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities, including conferences, workshops, and training sessions, to stay abreast of the latest advancements in child and adolescent psychiatry.

This role comes with a comprehensive and competitive state benefit package that includes: 13 paid holidays.

• Annual, sick, and family and personal leave.
• Paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Health, dental and life insurance with a generous contribution from the State keeping premiums very competitive.
• Enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System.
• Malpractice covered by the Commonwealth of VA/Legal Representation.
• Reimbursement for Continuing Education Credits.
• Moving and Relocation available.

Minimum Qualifications

• License from the VA State Board of Medicine. (Employment is contingent upon receipt of license from the VA State Board of Medicine.)
• Drug Enforcement Administration license to prescribe controlled substances
• Completion of an approved residency in General Psychiatry
• Experience with diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and individual and family therapy.
• Experience in pharmacotherapy practice with emphasis on pediatric populations.
• Board certification or Board eligible in Child Psychiatry.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with Electronic Health Record, preferred.
• Bilingual and Veterans or Veterans spouse are preferred.