Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist

Kindred Healthcare; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a dedicated Behavioral Health team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to oversee a 24-bed Child & Adolescent Psychiatry unit, contributing to a growing mental health care program. Located in Holyoke, MA, this position not only provides a chance to make a significant impact on young patients but also offers a vibrant community with outdoor activities and affordable living. Ideal candidates will have completed a fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and possess board certification. Join a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Board Certification/Eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry required.
• Experience in hospital or outpatient psychiatric practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the mental health care program for the Child & Adolescent Psychiatry unit.
• Share call with other providers as part of a full-time position.

Skills

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatric Practice

Patient Care

Education

Doctoral degree from an accredited medical school

Completed residency in Psychiatry

Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospita l, a 150-bed facility in joint partnership with Baystate Health and Lifepoint Health located in Holyoke, MA , is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our Behavioral Health team. The incoming physician will oversee our growing mental health care program for our 24 bed Child & Adolescent Psychiatry unit. This is a full time employed position that will share call with other providers. Board Certification/Eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (with ACGME-accredited fellowship training) is required .
Holyoke is in the suburbs of Springfield and about 2 hours from Boston and 3 hours from New York. This riverside community offers an abundance of outdoor activities and affordable housing options. The New England area offers Psychiatrists ample academic opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited medical school doctoral program required; completed residency in Psychiatry and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, board certification preferred.

Experience: Prior experience in hospital based psychiatric practice or outpatient psychiatric practice preferred

License: Current unencumbered medical doctor licensure in the state applicable to the facility

Additional requirements: Successful credentialing with facility.