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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Pediatric Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care for children and adolescents. The Pediatric Psychiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in young patients. This role involves working closely with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans that may include psychotherapy, medication management, and family counseling. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach to care. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, collaborating with psychologists and social workers, providing crisis intervention, and educating families about mental health conditions and treatment options. The Pediatric Psychiatrist will also participate in ongoing professional development and may contribute to research or teaching activities within the organization. This position requires a strong commitment to patient-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and ethical practice. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry and hold a valid medical license. Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings is preferred. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to build rapport with young patients and their families, work effectively as part of a team, and stay current with advances in psychiatric treatment for children and adolescents.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications as appropriate.
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients and families.
- Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Offer crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
- Educate families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
- Contribute to research or teaching activities as needed.
- Advocate for the mental health needs of children and adolescents.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board certification or eligibility in child and adolescent psychiatry.
- Valid and unrestricted medical license.
- Experience working with children and adolescents in psychiatric settings.
- Strong knowledge of developmental psychology and psychiatric disorders.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to patient-centered and culturally sensitive care.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing education and training.
- Experience with both inpatient and outpatient care preferred.
- Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with children and adolescents?
- How do you approach developing treatment plans for young patients?
- Describe your experience with medication management in pediatric psychiatry.
- How do you involve families in the treatment process?
- What strategies do you use for crisis intervention?
- How do you stay current with advances in child and adolescent psychiatry?
- Can you describe a challenging case and how you managed it?
- What is your experience with multidisciplinary teams?
- How do you ensure cultural sensitivity in your practice?
- Are you comfortable working in both inpatient and outpatient settings?
- What are your professional development goals in this field?
- How do you handle confidentiality and ethical dilemmas?
