Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Position | PRN W2 or 1099 | Atlanta, GA
About The Position
Laurel Heights Hospital provides residential treatment programs for children and adolescents (ages 7 and up) who present with severe and complex psychiatric and behavioral difficulties that impact multiple areas of functioning. Adolescent patients reside in separate treatment units designated by age, gender, and treatment needs. This ensures that programming will meet our residents’ specific developmental needs and individualized treatment issues. Through our Discovery and Declaration Programs, Laurel Heights Hospital provides highly specialized residential treatment for boys ages 7–17 who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and who demonstrate severe behavioral difficulties and psychiatric illnesses. This position is for a BC Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist in Atlanta, GA. The role involves admission evaluations and assessments, managing treatment teams, overseeing discharge processes, and performing related administrative tasks. The psychiatrist will collaborate with physicians, NPs, and support staff, and document care using Cerner. There are leadership and advancement opportunities within the organization.
Requirements
- Board Certified in General Psychiatry
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry preferred
- Must have interest and experience with autism spectrum disorders
- Must have experience treating ages 6 - 17 years old for cross coverage and call
- Active or eligible GA license
- Active DEA
Responsibilities
- Admission evaluations and assessments
- Managing treatment teams
- Overseeing discharge processes
- Performing related administrative tasks
- Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and support staff
- Document care using Cerner
Benefits
- Competitive PRN rates or 1099 options
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
