Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA

Home Health Foundation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a passionate Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join their team. This role involves working primarily with patients on the Autism Spectrum and includes responsibilities such as conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medication, and providing longitudinal care. You will also have the opportunity to teach and supervise residents while collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to grow your career within a supportive environment focused on quality care and innovation.

Qualifications

• Must possess an MD and be eligible for a medical license in Massachusetts.
• Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and prescribe medication for patients.
• Build and expand Child and Adolescent Fellowship programs.

Skills

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatric Evaluations

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

MD or equivalent

Board certified or board eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

Tufts Medical Center’s Physician Organization, the Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and the Department of Behavioral Pediatrics are seeking a full-time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.

The anticipated schedule will include 10% administrative time and 90% clinical time.

How you’ll transform patient care:

• The successful candidate will be responsible for working with patients specifically on the Autism Spectrum (ASD) in partnership with the Center for Children with Special Needs, expanding access to quality care for this population.
• This role includes responsibility for building the Division of Behavioral Pediatrics and Child and Adolescent Fellowship programs with Tufts University School of Medicine.
• Additionally, there is opportunity to establish an “ASD across lifespan” clinic to treat this often-underserved population.
• You will conduct psychiatric evaluations of patients with a diverse range of mental illnesses and developmental disorders, prescribe medication and provide longitudinal care.
• You will have the opportunity to perform patient care cross-functionally with other disciplines to elevate their level of treatment.
• As a member of the core faculty, you will participate in the supervision and teaching of residents in your area of clinical expertise and interests.
• You will have the ability and flexibility to grow your career in particular areas of interests.

Who You Are:

• Possess an MD, or equivalent, and eligible to obtain a medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Board certified or board eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• You enjoy teaching and supporting the development of colleagues.
• You are passionate about caring for child and adolescent aged patients.
• You enjoy working with a system of collaborative, compassionate, and impact-driven providers.

Compensation:
Tufts Medicine offers a competitive salary commensurate with academic training and practice experience. Appointment to the Tufts University School of Medicine faculty based on experience and accomplishments with opportunity to teach medical students.

Interested and qualified candidates are welcome to send a Cover Letter and CV to:

Michael Martin, Physician Executive Recruiter
Email: [e-mail]

About Tufts Medicine:

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.