Licensed / Board Certified / Eligible Psychiatrist for LAC+USC Medical Center Clinical Assistan[...]

University of Southern California; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated psychiatrist to join its faculty, providing exceptional care within a vibrant inpatient setting. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration, teaching, and a commitment to diversity in patient care. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical skills and thrive in a dynamic environment, contributing to the training of future healthcare professionals. With competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in mental health services.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• California licensed Physician and board certified psychiatrist.
• Experience in medication management and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care and supervise residents and medical students.
• Collaborate with mental health providers and participate in departmental committees.

Skills

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Multicultural competency

Psychopharmacological skills

Education

California licensed Physician

Board certified psychiatrist

Job description

Licensed / Board Certified / Eligible Psychiatrist for LAC+USC Medical Center

Join the Department of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC as a full-time faculty member caring for patients within the Psychiatric Adult Inpatient Services at Augustus F. Hawkins (AFH) Mental Health Center. We seek experienced psychiatrists committed to providing excellent, culturally competent clinical treatment and training to residents and medical students.

This is a full-time clinical faculty position with an academic appointment at USC and clinical service at LAC+USC Medical Center. Compensation is competitive, based on experience, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.

Essential Functions:

1. Collaborate closely with Psych service chiefs.
2. Provide psychiatric care, supervising residents and medical students, including evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management.
3. Facilitate referrals and appropriate care dispositions.
4. Support medication treatment with brief supportive therapy and motivational interviewing.
5. Cover on-call emergencies, including urgent medication issues.
6. Complete documentation per policies.
7. Attend faculty and staff meetings.
8. Collaborate with other mental health providers and medical specialties.
9. Participate in evaluations, peer review, quality improvement, and departmental committees.
10. Teach and supervise psychiatry residents and medical students.
11. Attend departmental Grand Rounds, Social Justice Forums, and other meetings.
12. This position is not remote.

Minimum Qualifications:

• California licensed Physician (or eligible) and board certified or eligible psychiatrist.
• Experience in medication management, stabilization, and crisis intervention.
• Multicultural competency with diverse patient populations.
• Resilient, self-aware, and able to thrive in a demanding environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced practice clinician with strong clinical and psychopharmacological skills.
• Experience working with diverse and LGBTQ+ populations.
• Commitment to ethical standards and professional growth.
• Language skills beyond English are a plus.

Application deadline: Until position is filled. Starting date: Negotiable.

USC values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and multilingual candidates.

To apply, upload your CV, cover letter, and three reference letters. For inquiries, contact Geoff Finucane at [e-mail].