Pediatric Psychiatrist jobs in Knoxville, TN

This position is for a clinic opening tentatively on June 24, 2024. We offer a relocation bonus! 

Who We Are: Family Care Center (FCC) was founded in 2016 with the mission to improve access to mental health care in the local community. FCC brings together the highest quality providers with a wide range of skills including psychiatrists, psychologists, marital therapists, family therapists, licensed professional counselors, and child therapists to work as a team to help individuals and families on their journey to grow and thrive.  

Position Summary: The Psychiatrist provides therapy and/or medication management as needed to identify, diagnose, and treat patients under their care.

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Provide clinical services at or above the customary practice standards in the Community, and within the qualifications and experience of Physician and adhere to the standards and principles of medical ethics of the American Medical Association, and all recognized associations or accrediting boards concerned with Physician's area of medical specialty.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments using the bio-psycho-social model through discussion, observation, and analysis.
• Identify psychiatric conditions according to the DSM-5
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans through multi-disciplinary collaboration with therapists and other professionals.
• Initiate and manage psychopharmacologic treatments.
• Order and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic test results.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalization is required.
• Provide psychoeducation to patients and families when clinically appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with medical assistants to streamline clinical workflow and optimize the patient’s experience of care.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• MD or DO required
• ACGME-accredited residency training program in psychiatry preferred
• Current medical license in state of practice
• Current and unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration in the state of practice
• Certification from the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS)

Compensation & Benefits:  

• Competitive Earnings Annual compensation will be up to $400,000 inclusive of bonus opportunity.
• Generous Sign-On Bonus
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Relocation Support

Distinctive Features:  

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 100% outpatient role, free from call duties, evenings, or weekend work.
• Flexible Scheduling: Tailor your work schedule to your needs with full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities available.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Thrive in a supportive multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with therapists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
• Support staff: We provide ample support staff to alleviate administrative burden.  Medical assistants take vital signs, facilitate patient communication as instructed by the psychiatrist, and manage prior authorizations.
• User-Friendly Electronic Health Record System: Our advanced electronic health record system is designed with providers in mind, simplifying your daily tasks and enhancing patient care.
• Career Advancement: Your career path is important to us. Explore various advancement opportunities within our organization as you progress in your profession.

We are committed to providing our psychiatrists with an enticing package that reflects the value you bring to our organization. Join us in a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise is cherished, and your professional journey is nurtured. Your career satisfaction is our priority.  

Family Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.