Sheppard Pratt·Baltimore County, Maryland
The Psychiatrist is responsible for initiating and coordinating care for child and adolescent patients in inpatient or day hospital settings. Key duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing medications, and developing evidence-based treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team.
Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Psychiatrist for our Child and Adolescent Inpatient Services on our Towson Campus. The Towson location is a hub for many of our core psychiatry services, including inpatient, day hospital, urgent care, neuromodulation, research, and other state-of-the-art mental healthcare services. There are five child and adolescent inpatient units on this campus, all of which provide exceptional care for this patient population.
The Psychiatrist is a key member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, responsible for initiating and coordinating care for assigned patients within the inpatient or day hospital setting. This role includes conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, admission assessments, and physical examinations; determining the need for hospitalization or continued treatment; and developing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
The Psychiatrist provides medication management, conducts individual and group therapies, and collaborates with other members of the treatment team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. They maintain accurate documentation, communicate effectively with families and referring providers, and adjust treatment as needed in response to clinical progress.
Active medical license in the state of Maryland (or eligibility).
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Psychiatry, with additional certification or fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
Maryland Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA Certificate.
Completion of a psychiatry residency training program.
Strong clinical, diagnostic, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
The pay range for this position is $3,000.00 per weekend. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, board certifications and years and level of related experience.
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Candidates must have an active Maryland medical license, board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry, and specific fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Completion of a psychiatry residency and valid DEA certification are required.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Maryland are typically driven by ongoing demand in community programs, outpatient settings, and care teams supporting patients with complex needs. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related experience, and an active American Heart Association BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification status and recent experience before applying.