MD - Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent Services - Outpatient

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, offering a full range of mental health services, developmental disabilities programs and substance abuse treatment to more than 11,000 citizens annually who are uninsured and underinsured.  As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates more than 20 locations in DeKalb County with a diverse workforce of more than 500 direct-care and support staff.
 

Our staff of physicians, nurses, clinicians and support personnel is dedicated to helping our clients and their families recover from these debilitating disabilities and resume productive lives. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings, and we envision a community in which disabilities no longer limit potential. 

POSITION:

The selected Psychiatrist will join an excellent team of clinical and medical staff. As an important member of this multi-disciplinary team, completes psychiatric diagnostic assessments and follow ups and makes recommendations for treatment within an evidence-based framework. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment in assessment, application of diagnostic criteria, clinical formulations, and sound triage decisions. Provides consultation regarding client care to clinical staff. Actively contributes to the treatment center and organization through on-going collaborative efforts.  This position primarily serves youth and young adults. 

• Full-time or part-time opportunities are available at an outpatient clinic.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
• GA State Medical License and DEA
• Currently Board Certified or Board Eligible. 
• Proficient use of a computer and ability to utilize an Electronic Health Record and other applications
• Child and Adolescent Board Certified preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works indoors in a clinic and is able to use an Electronic Health Record and E-Prescribing as well as a telehealth application (as allowed by regulations)
• Sessions may be in person or via telehealth (audio/visual) as appropriate for each client
• May be required to physically assist clients, may need to carry objects up to 10 pounds
• Some evening hour availability is preferred to see youth/families after school or work

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES:

• High ethical standards demonstrated in all aspects of medical practice
• Able to work as part of clinical and medical teams that promote learning, excellence, and optimal outcomes for clients
• Critical thinking, exemplary interpersonal skills, and a consistent, contributing demeanor is required
• Ability to work from a person-centered, recovery oriented, and trauma informed philosophy in client care

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation in the community behavioral health sector
• At will/no contract employment
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• 1-hour initials evals/30-minute follow ups
• No on-call 
• Electronic Medical Records with E-prescribing
• On site pharmacies
• Bonus Incentive Program
• National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Repayment eligible sites
• Additional Benefits for Full-Time Staff include: PTO & 10 paid holidays, health benefits (medical, vision and dental)
• 401A with 7.5% employer contribution

Thank you so much for your interest in joining our team! Due to the high number of applications we receive, we’ll be reaching out directly to those selected for an interview. We truly appreciate your understanding and wish you the very best in your job search journey.

Claratel is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE).

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Claratel not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.  This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff and termination

Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)