Inpatient Pediatric Psychiatrist

Ascension St Vincent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 210,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employer retirement contribution

Generous vacation/meeting time

CME funds

Health and dental benefits

Disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s Division of Psychiatry seeks a full-time Inpatient Pediatric Psychiatrist to join a dedicated team delivering top-tier care to children and adolescents in an inpatient unit, with a 7 days on / 7 days off schedule.

The ideal candidate will hold an MD or DO, complete a psychiatry residency with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship, and be board-certified or eligible while holding a valid state license.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of a residency in psychiatry with a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or eligibility.
• Valid state medical license to practice psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of pediatric inpatients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans including medication management, psychotherapy, and family involvement.
• Provide crisis intervention for acutely ill patients and monitor treatment response.
• Collaborate with mental health therapists, nurses, social workers and other professionals to deliver holistic care and participate in case reviews.
• Mentor fellows, residents and medical students; engage in continuing education to stay current in pediatric psychiatry.

Education

MD or DO

Psychiatry Residency

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship

Board certification or eligibility

Valid State Medical License

Job description

The Division of Psychiatry at Phoenix Children’s is seeking a full-time Inpatient Pediatric Psychiatrist

In this role, you’ll join a dedicated team providing top‑tier care to patients and families, working 7 days on, followed by 7 days off – a balanced schedule that supports professional growth and personal well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Assessment:
   • Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of children and adolescents admitted to the inpatient unit.
   • Collaborate with medical, therapy, and nursing teams to review patient histories and conduct diagnostic assessments.
2. Treatment Planning:
   • Develop individualized treatment plans, incorporating medication management, psychotherapy, and family involvement.
   • Address co‑occurring medical and psychiatric conditions.
3. Intervention and Management:
   • Provide crisis intervention for patients experiencing acute episodes.
   • Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and adjust treatment as needed.
4. Collaboration and Communication:
   • Work closely with mental health therapists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.
   • Participate in case reviews and team meetings to ensure cohesive treatment planning.
   • Communicate with families to educate them on the child’s diagnosis and treatment plan.
   • Offer guidance on how families can support recovery and well‑being.
5. Training and Education:
   • Provide mentorship or supervision to fellows, residents, and medical students.
   • Participate in continuing education to stay current on pediatric psychiatry advancements.

Education & Licensure

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of a residency in psychiatry and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or eligibility to become certified).
• Valid state medical license to practice psychiatry.

Benefits

This position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, including employer retirement contribution, generous vacation/meeting time, CME funds, health and dental benefits, disability, and life insurance.

Contact

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a CV to:
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
306-933-1107 / [e-mail]