Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

This nonprofit behavioral healthcare facility is seeking a locum tenens Child & Adolescent Psychiatry physician for ongoing inpatient coverage in Kennesaw, Georgia, beginning October 19. The clinician will provide part-time psychiatric care for pediatric patients, focusing on conditions such as IDD, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related issues. Working on-site alongside a multidisciplinary team, the provider will conduct evaluations, manage medications, and participate in treatment planning.

Practice Info

• Nonprofit behavioral healthcare facility providing structured inpatient psychiatric services for children and adolescents
• Clinical focus on IDD, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related conditions
• Multidisciplinary team environment supported by PMHNPs, registered nurses, therapists, and an additional psychiatrist
• Current census of 26 patients and an average length of stay of 120 days
• Case load/PPD: 6-8
• Patient population: Children
• On-site location type

Responsibilities

• Participating in treatment team meetings
• Conducting psychiatric evaluations for newly admitted patients
• Providing ongoing medication management
• Completing required clinical documentation
• Collaborate with PMHNPs, registered nurses, therapists, and an additional psychiatrist to support coordinated care for a pediatric patient population

Shift & Schedule

• Dates needed: October 19 - Ongoing
• Part-time (24 hours per week)
• Day shift hours
• Call required: No

Requirements

• Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry required
• Prescriptive authority required
• Active state medical license required