Avento Health
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Avento Health, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Psychiatrist - Acute / Outpatient Mental Health Services (6-Month Assignment)
Location:
Los Angeles, CA 90003 Assignment:
6 months, full- or part-time (negotiable), with regular on-site days Reports to:
Clinical Director / Director of Clinical Services
Organization Context
We are a non-profit, community-based social services agency founded in 1971. We provide mental health, wraparound, and family services to children, adolescents, and families (ages 0-21) who are Medi-Cal eligible and meet mental health necessity criteria. Services are provided in outpatient settings, at agency sites, in homes, or in the community, depending on client needs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, adolescents, and families with emotional, behavioral, and mental health disorders. Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications; monitor for side effects, medication interactions, and the impact of physical health on mental health. Collaborate with therapists, psychologists, case managers, and other clinical staff in multi-disciplinary care teams. Participate in treatment planning, progress reviews, and crisis intervention as needed. Provide services in various settings (agency clinic, homes, community settings) as needed to meet client needs. Document thoroughly: psychiatric evaluations, medication plans, follow-ups, and communication with other providers. Consult with outside agencies, school systems, foster care providers, or other stakeholders as needed to coordinate care. Participate in supervision / mentoring of less experienced clinical staff (if applicable). Maintain compliance with Medi-Cal, licensing, regulatory, and quality assurance requirements. Minimum Qualifications
MD or DO in Psychiatry with completed residency. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (California licensure required). Valid California medical license to practice psychiatry. Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in community mental health / outpatient settings preferred. Understanding of working with Medi-Cal eligible populations. Strong communication skills, cultural competency; Spanish fluency preferred but not required. Desired Attributes
Flexibility and adaptability in service settings (clinic, home, community). Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Collaborative spirit and ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Terms & Benefits (for a 6-Month Position)
Competitive compensation rate (based on experience / board status). Additional Notes
This is
not a leadership or director position ; focus is on clinical delivery rather than program oversight. ssignment is for six months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding. Offer is contingent on completing background checks, credentialing, and other required pre-employment processes.
Los Angeles, CA 90003 Assignment:
6 months, full- or part-time (negotiable), with regular on-site days Reports to:
Clinical Director / Director of Clinical Services
Organization Context
We are a non-profit, community-based social services agency founded in 1971. We provide mental health, wraparound, and family services to children, adolescents, and families (ages 0-21) who are Medi-Cal eligible and meet mental health necessity criteria. Services are provided in outpatient settings, at agency sites, in homes, or in the community, depending on client needs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, adolescents, and families with emotional, behavioral, and mental health disorders. Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications; monitor for side effects, medication interactions, and the impact of physical health on mental health. Collaborate with therapists, psychologists, case managers, and other clinical staff in multi-disciplinary care teams. Participate in treatment planning, progress reviews, and crisis intervention as needed. Provide services in various settings (agency clinic, homes, community settings) as needed to meet client needs. Document thoroughly: psychiatric evaluations, medication plans, follow-ups, and communication with other providers. Consult with outside agencies, school systems, foster care providers, or other stakeholders as needed to coordinate care. Participate in supervision / mentoring of less experienced clinical staff (if applicable). Maintain compliance with Medi-Cal, licensing, regulatory, and quality assurance requirements. Minimum Qualifications
MD or DO in Psychiatry with completed residency. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (California licensure required). Valid California medical license to practice psychiatry. Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in community mental health / outpatient settings preferred. Understanding of working with Medi-Cal eligible populations. Strong communication skills, cultural competency; Spanish fluency preferred but not required. Desired Attributes
Flexibility and adaptability in service settings (clinic, home, community). Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Collaborative spirit and ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Terms & Benefits (for a 6-Month Position)
Competitive compensation rate (based on experience / board status). Additional Notes
This is
not a leadership or director position ; focus is on clinical delivery rather than program oversight. ssignment is for six months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding. Offer is contingent on completing background checks, credentialing, and other required pre-employment processes.