Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician

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Job description

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare of Mississippi is seeking a new Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our growing service line.

This full-time inpatient role provides significant growth opportunities and occasional adult patient interaction. Brentwood Behavioral fosters a collegial, supportive, and caring work environment that promotes work/life balance and community engagement. Opportunities abound for professional and personal development among a diverse patient population, alongside other physicians, clinical staff, and administration.

Children and adolescents may encounter mental health and behavioral challenges similar to adults.

Brentwood offers inpatient care for those aged 5 to 17 facing emotional and behavioral issues. Care is delivered in a supportive, secure, and controlled setting where a compassionate team of mental health professionals can effectively treat young patients.

Our inpatient facility features distinct child and adolescent sections, with dedicated staff and programs for age-appropriate care. Directed by a board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrist, our multidisciplinary team includes therapists, social workers, nurses, case managers, activity/recreational therapists, and/or nutritionists. We craft individualized treatment plans by collaborating with families, schools, community agencies, and other service providers.

Position Highlights:

Brentwood Behavioral Health of Mississippi provides a highly competitive salary and a benefits package with various customization options to meet specific needs.
Attractive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Manageable and diverse Child/Adolescent caseload with NP assistance and shared call responsibilities
Collaborate with a specialized multidisciplinary team in Child/Adolescent care.

Requirements:

BE/BC in General or Child/Adolescent Psychiatry with experience and interest in treating ages 5 and older.

Predominant daily caseload will be child/adolescent populations. The position does require treating adults on weekend call and for cross coverage as needed.

On-site presence required but a hybrid model can be discussed for weekday and weekend call rounding.

MS license or the ability to obtain

Position duties will include daily follow-up care of patients, conduct admission assessments and evaluations on new patients and provide treatment team leadership.

If you have interest in this position, please contact:
Victoria Miller
In-house Physician Recruiter

Flowood, a suburb of Jackson, boasts a population of 10,204 and is situated in Rankin County, Mississippi. It ranks among the top places to reside in the state. Residents of Flowood enjoy a dense suburban ambiance, with the majority owning their homes. The area is popular among young professionals and is known for its highly rated public schools. Flowood offers an abundance of amenities, including shopping, fine dining, and a wealth of outdoor activities. It features several golf courses and The Barnett Reservoir, ideal for boating, fishing, and camping. True Southern hospitality awaits you here.

Brentwood Behavioral Health of Mississippi is a private subsidiary of the largest facility-based behavioral health provider in the country, Universal Health Services (UHS).

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