SUPERVISING MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST

County of Los Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Los Angeles is seeking a Psychiatrist to direct patient care for a complex caseload and oversee administrative responsibilities within the mental health section.

The role involves budgeting, staff supervision, policy development, and collaboration with a professional team including residents and interns.

Qualifications

• Residency completion as required by board standards.
• CA physician license must be active and in good standing.
• At least 1 year of post-residency medical experience or related teaching/investigative work.
• Equivalent training recognized by the appropriate board.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care with a caseload of complex cases.
• Perform administrative duties: budgeting, equipment needs, staffing, and policy development.
• Formulate policies and supervise medical programs within the division.
• Coordinate care with staff physicians, residents, and interns.
• Supervise records, reports, and data compilation.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Teaching/training

Team collaboration

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Residency in Psychiatry (American Specialty Board)

California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate

Job description

When to apply

We will be accepting online applications on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 09:00 AM (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.

Exam Number

b4737E

WHO MAY APPLY

We encourage applications from everyone!

Withhold information

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met at the time of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.

Directs patient care with a caseload of more complex clients.

Performs administrative responsibilities which include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, personnel responsibilities, developing and revising work procedures to expedite workload or improve level of service, and screening work.

Formulates policies and plans and directs the programs and medical work of the section or assists in such activities for a division of a medical department.

Examines, diagnoses, and prescribes treatment for patients and reviews the care prescribed by staff physicians, resident physicians, and interns.

Participates as a member of a collaborative professional team in the training program of interns and resident physicians.

Evaluates the performance of assigned health care staff and makes recommendations for appropriate action.

Participates in directed clinical research; directs and coordinates the work of the section with that of other medical and paramedical services.

Confers with consultants regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed, coordinating the work of consulting physicians with the work of the section.

Supervises the maintenance of records and the compilation and preparation of reports.

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY

• Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training**
• -AND-
• One year of experience in medical practice, post residency training, teaching, or investigative work.
• **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent.

License

California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical class

Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Special Salary Information

Additional Compensation Bonus:

• 5.5% for assignment in a Sheriff's County Jail mental health facility
• 5.5% for AMA Board Certification in Psychiatry
• 5.5% for continuous assignment at LAC High Desert Health Systems (Palmdale/Lancaster)

Special requirement information

In order to qualify, candidates must attach copies of completion of residency and California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate to the application within 15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. FAILURE TO SUBMIT OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OR A LEGIBLE PHOTOCOPY OF DIPLOMA WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING REJECTED.

Desirable Qualifications

• Clinical and administrative supervisory experience.
• Experience treating a broad range of patient populations (e.g. age, diagnosis, culture/ethnicity) in a broad range of treatment settings.
• Experience in academic teaching and training.
• Experience in the development and implementation of mental health programs.
• Sub-specialty psychiatric training and certification in child & adolescent/geriatric/addictions.
• Board certification in general psychiatry issued by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Examination content

This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information, weighted 100%.

Applicants are required to meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible list.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information

The names of qualifying candidates will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.

Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)

The Department of Mental Health recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

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Department Contact Name: Antonio Estrada

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