Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences (Part-Time)

University of Southern California; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health seeks a part-time Clinical Assistant Professor to join a dedicated team at a prestigious university. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential psychiatric care to a diverse student population, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With responsibilities that include outpatient care, supervision of residents, and participation in multidisciplinary meetings, this position is ideal for a compassionate psychiatrist committed to professional growth and cultural competency. Enjoy a collaborative atmosphere while making a significant impact on students' mental health and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Care

Disability Coverage

Malpractice Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Paid Professional Days

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician in California with board certification or eligibility.
• Experience in short-term treatment and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient psychiatric care, including evaluation and treatment.
• Supervise psychiatry residents and attend departmental meetings.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Multicultural Competency

Psychiatric Evaluation

Medication Management

Education

Licensed Physician in California

Board-Certified or Eligible Psychiatrist

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences (Part-Time)

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Keck School of Medicine

Faculty

Los Angeles, California

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which includes faculty, students, and staff.

The Department of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking board-certified (preferred) or board-eligible Adolescent/Adult Psychiatrists to care for USC students. We are looking for an experienced psychiatrist to join a diverse, multidisciplinary team committed to providing excellent, multicultural, clinical treatment to USC students and training to psychiatry residents.

This is a part-time clinical faculty position with an academic appointment and clinical service assignments at USC Student Health, Counseling and Mental Health Services. Salary is competitive and based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term care, disability, malpractice coverage, retirement contributions, paid professional days, parental leave, continuing education, and paid time off.

Description of Counseling and Mental Health

USC's Counseling and Mental Health Services provides mental health care to support students' academic and personal goals, including counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, case management, psychiatric evaluations, consultation, outreach, training, and supervision. We adopt a bio-psycho-social approach and value diversity, compassion, and respect in our work.

Training is a key component, with opportunities for trainees across disciplines through supervision, seminars, and self-reflection. We foster a respectful, collaborative work environment that values ongoing learning and cultural competency.

Essential Functions

• Work closely with the Associate Director of Student Psychiatric Services.
• Provide outpatient psychiatric care, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, up to 16-17.5 hours weekly.
• Include Saturday telemedicine shifts and one weekday evening per week.
• Facilitate referrals and hospitalizations as needed.
• Support medication management with brief therapy and motivational interviewing.
• Participate in on-call emergencies and complete documentation within 48 hours.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings, provide consultations, collaborate with other providers, and contribute to quality improvement activities.
• Supervise psychiatry residents (PGY4s).
• Attend departmental meetings and Grand Rounds.
• This position involves a hybrid of telemedicine and in-person work; it is not remote.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Physician in California and board-certified or eligible psychiatrist.
• Experience in short-term treatment, stabilization, and crisis intervention.
• Multicultural competency, including working with diverse student populations.
• Resilient, self-aware, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with university students, LGBTQIA, and international populations.
• Experience with identity issues, trauma, eating disorders, and substance use.
• Advanced clinical and psychopharmacological skills, with an interest in evidence-based guidelines.
• Commitment to ethical practice, professional growth, and lifelong learning.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.

Application deadline: Until filled. Starting date: Negotiable.

The annual salary range is $-$. USC considers various factors when making employment offers, including experience, education, skills, and market conditions.