Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

St. Augustine, Florida Part-Time or Full-Time
Compensation: $300,000 $425,000 annually

New Adolescent Inpatient Program Opening This Fall

A new adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit in St. Augustine, FL is scheduled to open in late October 2026 , and we are seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the program.

This will be a small, focused unit , with the census expected to reach approximately 8 adolescent patients by the end of the year . This structure allows for flexibility, with the opportunity to consider either a part-time morning schedule or a full-time position .

Position Highlights

• $300,000 $425,000 annual compensation
• Part-time or full-time opportunities
• Morning schedule available for part-time physicians
• New adolescent inpatient program
• Small initial patient census
• Opportunity to help establish and grow a new service
• Collaborative multidisciplinary clinical environment

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adolescent inpatients
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans
• Monitor clinical progress and adjust treatment as appropriate
• Collaborate with nursing, therapists, social workers, and other members of the care team
• Participate in treatment planning and discharge coordination
• Communicate with families and other involved providers as appropriate

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Active or eligible Florida medical license
• Inpatient psychiatric experience preferred
• Experience working with adolescent populations strongly preferred

Schedule

Flexible: Part-time morning coverage or full-time employment

Start Date

Target opening/start: Late October 2026

This is an opportunity to join a brand-new adolescent inpatient program at an early stage, with a manageable initial census and flexibility in scheduling.

Apply today or reach out to learn more about the opportunity.