Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Remote Medical Director

Job Overview

Join our esteemed agency, founded in 1989 by a committed group of community members, dedicated to delivering quality outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, and families in Vancouver, WA. We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Medical Director specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to oversee psychiatric operations and contribute to program development within our outpatient clinical framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychopharmacological evaluations for clients seeking medication services.
• Provide non-face-to-face consultations via phone with healthcare professionals, clients, and families.
• Review, prescribe, and monitor medications for clients, ensuring their unique needs are addressed.
• Collaborate with licensed therapists, clinical and executive directors, and other prescribing staff to enhance service delivery.
• Consult on program development initiatives aimed at improving mental health services for children and youth in the community.
• Partner with the Executive Director to facilitate the supervision of psychiatry fellows, thereby enhancing access to care.
• Provide training and case consultations as required.
• Engage with local primary care providers and pediatricians to establish collaborative care models.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards, including documentation and billing requirements.
  
  

Required Skills

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential for effective teamwork.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive psychopharmacological evaluations and medication management.
• Experience in program development and fostering community partnerships is advantageous.
  
  

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• A minimum of three to five years of direct practice experience with juvenile and young adult populations is preferred.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

As a Medical Director, you will benefit from a supportive environment that promotes professional growth through:

• Annual funding for professional development and dedicated leave.
• Structured supervision aimed at helping you progress toward licensure.
• Ongoing internal training that focuses on social justice and contemporary clinical issues.
  
  

Company Culture And Values

Our center embodies a culture of empathy, collaboration, and innovation. We prioritize teamwork within our mental health team and encourage open communication as we strive to make a difference in our community's mental health landscape.

Networking And Professional Opportunities

This position offers numerous opportunities for networking and collaboration with leading professionals in the mental health field, enhancing your skill set and professional connections.

Compensation And Benefits

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: \(250,000 to \)310,000 per year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous vacation policy: three weeks for the first two years, increasing to four weeks thereafter.
• Five hours of personal leave each month dedicated to mental health and wellness.
• Flexible work schedule and short-term disability insurance.
• A holiday benefit totaling 14 days each year, including a seasonal closure for rejuvenation.
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions, along with access to financial consultation.
• Student loan paydown program available.
  
  

Employment Type: Full-Time