About the role
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of children, adolescents, and families throughout Santa Barbara County. As a Community Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, you will provide time-limited psychiatric evaluation and treatment for children and adolescents, focusing on establishing an accurate diagnosis and an effective, well-tolerated medication and/or treatment regimen within a defined course of care. Once the patient is clinically stable, transition ongoing management back to the patient's primary care provider, with clear guidelines for monitoring and criteria for re-referral if symptoms recur or treatment adjustments are needed. This consultative, hand-off-oriented approach preserves psychiatrist capacity to accept new patients promptly, reducing wait times and expanding access to specialty psychiatric care across the community.
LEVEL OF EDUCATION
Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (DO) required.
Board Certified in the physician's associated specialty required.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Physician's unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California required.
Must meet all requirements for membership and unrestricted clinical privileges of the Cottage Health Medical Staff.
State of California DEA license required.
Successful completion of specialty fellowship is preferred.
YEARS OF RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Proven experience working in clinical practice as a physician required.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics.
Broad knowledge of common medications, side effects, and contraindications required.
Why Join Cottage Health?
Clinical Excellence:
Join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative practice environment.
Opportunity for Leadership:
Lead the development and growth of a new primary care practice, shaping the delivery of healthcare services and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more.
Community Engagement:
Become an integral part of the vibrant Central Coast community, where you can build meaningful connections with patients and families and make a difference in their lives.
Professional Growth:
Benefit from opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and continuing medical education, supported by Cottage Health's commitment to lifelong learning and clinical excellence.
Benefit Highlights
:
Competitive Salary
Relocation Assistance
Sign-On Bonus
Homebuying program
Temporary Housing Allowance
Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)
Malpractice Coverage
Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs (if applicable)
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES / SPECIFIC JOB COMPETENCIES
This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to
perform any job, with related instruction given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Examines and provides appropriate treatment within their specialty and refers patients to other
physicians when needed. Monitors quality of care delivered by network providers and manages
utilization for enrolled participants.
Conducts routine clinical evaluations of patients to assess their health condition and discover possible
issues. Asks intuitive questions to discover causes of illness. Conducts examinations of ill patients and
evaluates symptoms to determine their condition. Cultivates a climate of trust and compassion for
patients.
Completes charting and documentation to maintain records of patients’ clinical status and
appropriately documents diagnosis, treatment, or other significant information (e.g., allergic episodes)
for the facilitation of patient care by the care team and for appropriate coding and billing.
Reaches an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient’s medical history.
Prescribes and interprets lab tests to obtain more information for underlying conditions or
abnormalities. Prescribes medications or drugs and provides comprehensive instructions for
administration.
Builds and maintains strong relationships with physician groups, specialists, contracted providers,
hospitals, and skilled nursing/post-acute rehab facilities as appropriate. Collaborates with physician
assistants and nurses to form a high-performing medical team. Medical Director duties as assigned.