Child Psychiatrist - EmPath, Emergency Department, and Consultation/Liaison Services - Per Diem

American Academy of Family Physicians; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 262,000 - 269,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic appointment

Teaching opportunities

Leadership development

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Psychiatry is seeking a per diem board-certified or board-eligible child psychiatrist to join our Crisis Stabilization/EMPATH Unit, a 12-bed, fast-paced program designed to provide immediate, compassionate psychiatric care to patients in crisis.

An EmPATH unit offers a calming space for rapid mental health assessment and treatment, emphasizing a supportive environment to promote healing across diverse populations in the Inland Empire

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible pediatric psychiatrist.
• Experience in crisis stabilization/EMPATH model preferred.
• Academic appointment and teaching opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care to patients in the Crisis Stabilization/EMPATH Unit.
• Collaborate with Emergency Department, medical/surgical teams, and social services.
• Engage in consultation-liaison psychiatry and floor consults as needed.
• Supervise psychiatry residents, medical students, and trainees.
• Collaborate with nurses, social workers, case managers, and peer-support staff.
• Contribute to quality improvement and development of best practices in emergency psychiatric care.
• Potential Medical Directorship leadership role depending on experience and interest.

Skills

Board certification

Child psychiatry

Crisis stabilization

Liaison psychiatry

Teaching residents

Leadership

Job description

Overview: Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Psychiatry is seeking a per diem board-certified or board-eligible child psychiatrist to join our growing behavioral health team in a unique and rewarding role within our Crisis Stabilization/EMPATH Unit—a 12-bed, fast-paced program designed to provide immediate, compassionate psychiatric care to patients in crisis.

An EmPATH unit is a specialized, calming space within a hospital designed to provide rapid mental health assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing a crisis. It differs from a traditional emergency room by prioritizing a soothing environment that reduces anxiety and promotes healing and other clinical sites.

This is a meaningful opportunity to serve a diverse and underserved population in the Inland Empire region, while working in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment at one of Southern California’s leading academic medical centers and a Level I Trauma Center.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct psychiatric care to patients in the Crisis Stabilization/EMPATH Unit
• Participate in collaborative care with Emergency Department teams, medical and surgical specialties, and social services
• Engage in consultation-liaison psychiatry as needed, including floor consults
• Supervise and teach psychiatry residents, medical students, and other trainees
• Collaborate with a team of nurse practitioners, social workers, case managers, and peer support specialists to ensure seamless transitions of care
• Contribute to quality improvement, innovation, and development of best practices in emergency psychiatric care
• We are also offering the potential for a Medical Directorship role, depending on experience and interest. This leadership opportunity would involve overseeing clinical operations of the unit, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and helping shape the evolution of emergent psychiatric services

What We Offer:

• Academic appointment and teaching opportunities through Loma Linda University School of Medicine
• A supportive and mission-driven environment with a strong emphasis on whole-person care
• Access to a rich network of specialists across disciplines at a leading faith-based academic medical center
• Opportunities for leadership development and program growth
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

About the area

Loma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the nation, is a family-friendly community known for its strong sense of community and commitment to health and wellness. Loma Linda University is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs in an area known as the Inland Empire. Nestled at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains, we have convenient access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor activities. This growing region has a low cost of living and excellent private and public school systems. Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $190 - $195 per hour. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.

Our benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contribution
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
• This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.