Psychiatry - Child / Adolescent Physician

Job Title : Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Location : New Jersey

Schedule : Full-Time Monday Friday, 8 : 00 AM 5 : 00 PM

Call : 1 : 3 rotation + 1 weekend per month

Position Summary :

We are seeking a Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our Regional Behavioral Health team. This position will work alongside a collaborative team of 5 full-time psychiatrists and 7 advanced practice nurses (APNs) with the support of a Regional Medical Director.

The role includes providing clinical leadership and direct patient care for children and adolescents in a newly developed Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Outpatient Services . The ideal candidate will also serve as a mentor to APNs and contribute to ongoing program development, safety initiatives, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct psychiatric evaluations using interviews, observations, and medical history reviews

Diagnose and treat mental health conditions in children and adolescents

Create and manage individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy and medications

Monitor patient progress with regular follow-up appointments and adjust plans as needed

Participate in weekly multidisciplinary treatment team meetings

Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare providers

Provide clinical mentorship to Advanced Practice Nurses

Maintain thorough documentation of diagnoses, treatment, and outcomes

Stay informed of current developments in psychiatry and mental health

Contribute to quality and safety improvement initiatives

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications : Required :

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completion of 4-year psychiatry residency

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent experience

Current DEA license

Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence