PSYCHIATRIC CONSULTANT -PART TIME

The Foundation Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 192,864 - 234,192; Part time

Job summary

The Foundation Schools in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a dedicated psychiatrist for a part-time role providing comprehensive psychiatric services during our school-year program. The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and direct clinical coverage for students.

Ideal candidates will have an MD, Maryland medical license, and experience with children and adolescents in special education settings.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with children and adolescents with emotional disabilities.
• Current Maryland Physician and Surgeon license, and Maryland CDS & USDOJ/DEA registrations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and staff.
• Provide clinical coverage and consultations for students.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Diagnostic assessment

Treatment planning

Collaborative care

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Maryland medical license

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our clinical team. This is a part‑time position providing comprehensive psychiatric services during our regular and extended school year programs (late August through late July).

Compensation

$140.00 - $170.00 per hour (Depending on experience and credentials)

Hours

8-10 hours per week (Flexible days)

Start Date

November 2026

Role & Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
• Develop, monitor, and adjust individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of therapists, educators, and staff.
• Provide clinical coverage and consultations for students within our programs.

On‑Site Requirement

Our psychiatrists generally work on-site for approximately 75% of their total work hours to ensure strong collaboration with our students and staff.

Additional Hours

The core position is for 8-10 hours at our Gaithersburg location. However, if you are interested in additional hours, there is potential for extra shifts available at our other schools located in Largo and Landover, Maryland.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Doctor of Medicine
• At least 3 years of experience working with children and adolescents with emotional disabilities
• Experience in a special education school setting preferred
• Current Maryland Physician and Surgeon license
• Current Maryland Certificate for Controlled Dangerous Substances
• Current USDOJ/DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate