Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Opportunity in South Louisiana

Overview

Step into a well-supported outpatient practice with an established referral base and meaningful teaching opportunities. This full-time Child & Adolescent Psychiatry position offers a stable schedule, low call burden, and access to a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Join a regional leader in behavioral health at a respected children's hospital committed to clinical excellence and integrated care.

Practice Overview

• You'll join a collaborative team with 1 active C&A psychiatrist, a professor-level NP, and embedded trainees, including fellows, residents, and externs
• Multidisciplinary support includes 3 MAs, 1 RN, 1 Clinic Manager, and a dedicated social worker (open position)
• Outpatient-only role treating ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and CPS-related cases
• Optional academic involvement with fellows and residents

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with no evening or overnight responsibilities
• Call is consult-only, shared 1:8 on weekends
• Average 10-14 patients per day with generous time per visit (90 minutes new, 45 minutes follow-up)
• No inpatient duties, hospital-based practice location for easy specialist access

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary of $300,000 with additional quality bonuses
• Sign-on and relocation packages negotiable
• Paid malpractice, CME time and allowance, and full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• PSLF-eligible employer for student loan repayment

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Open to experienced physicians and 2025 graduates
• Visa sponsorship available for H1B and J1 candidates
• Must be comfortable in a teaching and team-based environment

Community & Location Highlights

• Located in Louisiana's capital with access to top-rated schools and family-friendly amenities
• Affordable housing and low cost of living compared to national averages
• Just 1 hour from New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, offering weekend getaway options
• Easy access to Louis Armstrong International Airport for regional and national travel

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