Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Boys Town; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

401(k) match

Zero-cost mental health visits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A prominent child and family care organization in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking a psychiatrist to conduct assessments, manage medications, and provide therapy for children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree and board certification in child psychiatry. This position offers competitive benefits including tuition assistance and 401(k) plans. Working at this organization is about making a significant impact on the lives of children, families, and the community.

Qualifications

• Medical degree and board certification are required.
• Experience in outpatient psychiatry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments to diagnose mental health conditions.
• Formulate treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Empathy and a patient-centered approach to care

Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-based environment

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school

Board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry

State medical license to practice psychiatry

Completion of a psychiatry residency program and child fellowship

Tools

Electronic health record (EHR) systems

Job description

tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan

Mar 04, 2026

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Conducts thorough psychiatric assessments to diagnose mental health conditions.
• Formulates accurate treatment plans based on assessment findings and clinical judgment.
• Schedules and conducts regular follow‑up appointments to assess patient progress.
• Modifies treatment plans as required to meet changing patient needs.
• Prescribes and manages psychotropic medications as appropriate.
• Monitors medication efficacy and side effects, making adjustments as needed.
• Educates patients about their medications, potential side effects, risks and benefits.
• Provides psychotherapy or counseling services as needed or collaborates with therapists and psychologists to offer comprehensive care.
• Offers evidence‑based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive‑behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical‑behavior therapy (DBT), and others.
• Provides crisis intervention and emergency consultations as needed.
• Assesses and manages acute psychiatric crises and coordinates higher levels of care when necessary.
• Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date patient records, including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes and other relevant documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, social workers, nurses, and support staff, to ensure holistic patient care.
• Consults with other healthcare providers and specialists as needed for comorbid medical conditions.
• Stays current with developments in the field of psychiatry by participating in continuing education, attending conferences and reading research literature.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and a patient‑centered approach to care.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team‑based environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school required.
• Board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry required.
• State medical license to practice psychiatry required.
• Completion of a psychiatry residency program and child fellowship required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in outpatient psychiatry preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.

OTHER DUTIES

• This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set‑up.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional cost savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co‑pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in‑network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1‑877‑639‑6003.