Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey's largest and most comprehensive health network, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our growing behavioral health team at Ocean University Medical Center in Brick, New Jersey.

This is an exceptional opportunity to become a valued member of an expanding, collaborative network with a strong commitment to outstanding patient care and physician well-being. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong communication, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families.

Position Highlights:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM schedule in a 100% outpatient setting. 
• On-Call Work: The evening and weekend call responsibilities are minimal and are shared among the department members.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture: Join a dynamic network of experienced physicians, specialists, and support staff who foster a culture of mentorship, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Academic Appointment: Enjoy eligibility for a faculty appointment at the prestigious Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, with opportunities to engage in teaching and research.
• Robust Clinical Support: Benefit from strong clinical and administrative teams that allow you to focus on what you do best—providing outstanding patient care.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, and a generous retirement plan.
• Desirable Jersey Shore Location: Live and work in beautiful Ocean County, just minutes from the shore. Enjoy a fantastic quality of life with vibrant communities and excellent schools

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents in various clinical settings.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized patient care plans, including medication management and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Engage with patients' families and caregivers to provide education, support, and guidance.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

Requirements:

• M.D. or D.O. degree from a recognized medical or osteopathic school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain an unrestricted New Jersey Medical License, CDS, and DEA registration.
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding, patient-centered care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

COMPENSATION:

Minimum Starting Base Salary: $259,252

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Ocean University Medical Center is a 357-bed hospital located in Brick and is recognized by U.S. News & World Report for clinical excellence in stroke, kidney failure, colon cancer surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart care, knee replacement and maternity care.

AT HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH, WE'RE READY... 
TO HELP YOU ADVANCE YOUR CAREER!

Our collaborative team of physicians and advanced practice professionals help make us a distinguished leader, committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

WE KEEP GETTING BETTER: 

Hackensack Meridian Health is the leading not-for-profit health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. We aim to serve as a national model for changing and simplifying health care delivery through partnerships with innovative companies and focusing on quality and safety.

OUR MISSION: 

We will transform health care and be recognized as the leader of positive change.

OUR VISION: 

Because innovation is in our DNA, compelling us to create a world where the highest quality care is human-centered, accessible and affordable; we’re always ready to deliver the outcomes that matter most, and excellence is the standard.

OUR NETWORK: 

Hackensack Meridian Health was created in 2016 as a merger of Hackensack University Medical Center and its affiliated hospitals, with Meridian Health System, and is now a large integrated not-for-profit health care organization spanning the eastern shore of New Jersey. HMH comprises 18 hospitals, including two academic medical centers, two children’s hospitals and ten community hospitals, physician practices, more than 120 ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, long-term care and assisted living communities, hospice services, ambulance services, lifesaving air medical transportation, fitness and wellness centers, rehabilitation centers, and urgent care and after-hours centers.

DEFINING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE:

At the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, our mission is to develop our students, residents, fellows, faculty, and health care environment to deliver the highest quality care for all. Our approach is unique as we utilize the best components of different evidence-based teaching methods, and structure our foundational curriculum explicitly to give students what they need to thrive in the modern, technically demanding, clinical setting.

RANKED #1 IN NEW JERSEY:

Hackensack Meridian Health has two hospitals ranked on New Jersey’s Top 10 Best Hospitals list according to U.S. News & World Report. Hackensack University Medical Center is the #1 adult and children’s hospitals in New Jersey, with premier cancer care at John Theurer Cancer Center, a nationally ranked Orthopedics program, the state’s best programs in Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery, Geriatrics, Pulmonology and Lung Surgery, and the only nationally ranked programs in the state for Neurology & Neurosurgery, and Urology. Jersey Shore University Medical Center is ranked #6 and has received national recognition for its Orthopedics, and Pulmonary & Lung Surgery programs. And JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute has once again been ranked among the nation’s best rehabilitation hospitals.

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TO CONTRIBUTE TO A GROUNDBREAKING HEALTH CARE NETWORK?