Psychiatry Physician Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in San Francisco, CA Looking for a rewarding opportunity in child and adolescent psychiatry with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a prestigious facility? Join a leading facility in San Francisco, California, to make a meaningful impact on young patients lives while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. Immediate start available, with excellent pay and support from a dedicated team.
Quick Facts: - Location: 450 Stanyan Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- End Date: 03/29/2027
- Shift: Monday/Tuesday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (onsite) + Night call; Weekends: Rounding at 8:00 AM, then on-call until 8:00 AM the next day
- Hours/week: 40+ hours/week
- Employment Type: Contract (full-time coverage, including weekends)
- License/Certifications: BC in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry or BC in General Psychiatry with completed CAP fellowship
- Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in psychiatric medication management, adolescent development, and family systems
Pay & Benefits: - Pay Rate: $273/hour
- Night Call: $750/night
- Weekly Pay via direct deposit
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical plans (W-2), paid sick leave, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements, and other stipends where applicable
- Referral bonuses and additional perks available
What You ll Do: - Provide psychiatric care to children and adolescents, managing 6 12 patients daily
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans incorporating medication and therapy
- Oversee and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and guardians
- Manage challenging behaviors with therapeutic interventions
- Handle admissions, medication management, and crisis de-escalation, including night and weekend coverage
- Maintain documentation and adhere to legal and safety protocols
What You Need: - BC in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry or BC in General Psychiatry with CAP fellowship completion
- 2+ years of relevant experience in adolescent mental health care
- Strong foundation in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy techniques
- Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate compassionately with patients and families
- Knowledge of adolescent legal, educational, and safeguarding frameworks
About the Assignment:Join a top-tier facility in San Francisco to deliver specialized psychiatric care to youth, including day and night shifts with on-call responsibilities. This role offers the opportunity to work in an engaging and collaborative environment dedicated to improving mental health among adolescents.
Compliance:VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply
Interested in this opportunity? Apply now or contact us to learn more about how this position aligns with your career goals!
