Staff Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Outpatient
Updated 3/30/26
$360,000
– $360,000
yearly
Napa, California, United States
Physician
Psychiatry-Child/Adolescent
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
4 years
Job description
Job description
Job Title: Staff Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Outpatient
Location: Napa, California
Position Overview
A county-based behavioral health program is seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to provide outpatient psychiatric care to children and adolescents in a structured, team-based setting. This role offers a balanced schedule, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to work within a comprehensive community mental health system.
About the Organization
This county behavioral health system provides a full continuum of care, including child and adult mental health services, substance use treatment, and community-based programs. The organization is committed to collaboration, partnership, and patient-centered care, supporting children, families, and the broader community.
Practice Details
- Outpatient Child & Adolescent medication clinic
- 40 hours per week
- Option for 5 (8-hour) days or 4 (10-hour) days
- Visit structure:
- 90-minute initial evaluations
- 45-minute follow-ups
- No evening or weekend call
- Child/adolescent caseload: ~120–150 patients
- Participation in clinical and divisional team meetings
Clinical Environment
- Multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, AOD clinicians, case managers, and community providers
- Nursing support for medication setup (medi-sets) and monitoring high-risk patients
- Access to specialized substance use programs
- 24/7 crisis unit located adjacent to the clinic
- On-site primary care clinic for integrated care
Job Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children and adolescents
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
- Participate in clinical meetings and treatment planning discussions
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
- Support continuity of care and family engagement in treatment
Working Hours
- Full-time: 40 hours per week
- Flexible schedule: 5x8s or 4x10s
- Daytime outpatient hours
- No evenings, weekends, or call
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred
- Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA license required
- Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred
Skills
- Strong child and adolescent psychiatric diagnostic and treatment skills
- Ability to manage outpatient caseload effectively
- Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication with patients, families, and care teams
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Commitment to patient-centered, community-based care
Compensation & Benefits
- $360,000 annual salary (W-2, full-time)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Attractive 401(k) with competitive company match
- Generous annual bonus structure
- PTO and CME accrual
Additional Highlights
- Structured outpatient schedule with no call
- Strong clinical and nursing support
- Integrated care model with crisis and primary care services on-site
- Located in Napa, CA — known for quality of life and natural beauty
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and adolescents (90-minute initial evaluations)
Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care (45-minute visits)
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Diagnose and treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders
Manage an outpatient caseload of approximately 120–150 patients
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, social workers, AOD clinicians, and case managers
Participate in clinical and divisional team meetings
Coordinate care with families, community providers, and support systems
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred
Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
Active DEA license required
Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred
Experience treating children and adolescents required
Ability to manage a moderate-to-high outpatient caseload
Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Working Hours
Full-time: 40 hours per week
Flexible schedule options:
5 (8-hour) days or 4 (10-hour) days
Daytime outpatient hours
No evening or weekend call
Structured patient schedule:
90-minute initial evaluations
45-minute follow-up appointments
Skills
Strong expertise in child and adolescent psychiatric evaluation and treatment
Proficiency in outpatient medication management and treatment planning
Ability to manage a moderate-to-high outpatient caseload (120–150 patients) efficiently
Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary care team
Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and community providers
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Ability to engage children, adolescents, and families in treatment
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Commitment to patient-centered, community-based care
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