Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist (MD/DO) – Integrated Behavioral
About The Position
Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist (MD/DO) to join our Behavioral Health team in Tampa, Florida. This role provides an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning. You will work alongside primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver individualized, evidence-based care in an integrated healthcare environment. Position Highlights include a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment, opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients and families, clinical teaching and mentorship opportunities, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, and potential eligibility for up to $50,000 in student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of a General Psychiatry residency.
- Completion of a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Current, valid Florida medical license.
- Current DEA registration.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges, if required.
Nice To Haves
- Strong psychiatric assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills.
- Excellent communication skills when working with children, adolescents, and families.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to compassionate, culturally responsive, patient-centered care.
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems.
- Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills.
- Interest in teaching, mentorship, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for children and adolescents.
- Diagnose and manage emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, monitoring effectiveness and potential side effects.
- Coordinate care with primary care physicians and other behavioral health professionals.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management.
- Order and review appropriate laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Facilitate referrals for additional testing, specialty services, and follow-up care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record.
- Participate in peer review, quality improvement initiatives, and efforts to close patient care gaps.
- Support clinical education through periodic teaching and supervision of residents, medical students, and other healthcare professionals.
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary Plus Productivity Incentives
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO and 7 Paid Company Holidays
- 401(k) Program with Employer Contribution After One Year
- Company-Paid FTCA Malpractice Coverage
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) Days and Professional Development Support
- Annual Professional Licensing Stipend
- Opportunities for Clinical Teaching, Mentorship, and Professional Growth
- Up to $50,000 in student loan repayment through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
