Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist on the Medical Services Team. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting patients and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

Working under the direction of the Medical Director, the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist responsibilities include:

• Provide direct diagnostic, preventive and treatment services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays, youth who are at risk or have serious emotional disturbance, and adolescents with substance use disorders and serious mental illness..
• Provide treatment and evaluation to adult populations with serious mental Illness, substance use disorders and developmental disabilities.
• Clinically evaluate, plan, and initiate treatment services as appropriate to patients with complex medical, mental health, and substance use disorders.
• Assess patients' health by performing comprehensive diagnostic examinations and assessments, educating patients and their families about diagnoses and medications, and providing other health information.
• Submit applications for prescription assistance; ensure refills and prescription renewals are correctly processed; maintain resource information, applications, and procedures to identify available prescription funding sources; complete applications and referrals for outside funding resources; and maintain all required documentation.
• Support patients in working toward the outcomes described in their Individualized Service Plans and Behavior Support Plans. Ensure medical appointments are scheduled and met. Work with nursing staff to identify and address patients' needs.
• Provide professional advice and expertise; consult with other clinical services provided to the patient.
• Provide discharge planning for hospitalized patients; evaluates, plans, documents, and initiates treatment services.
• Participate in treatment team meetings with other members of the department, including nursing and licensed mental health professionals. May also work with external entities such schools or the juvenile detention center.
• Adhere to electronic health record (EHR requirements) requirements.
• Member of the on-call rotation for all patient populations which responds to phone calls after hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis to ensure access 24/7 coverage for emergencies and/or consultation.
• May supervise nurse practitioners, students, interns, and externs.
• Respond to emergency and crisis situations as needed.

Salary commensurate with experience.

• Doctor of Medicine degree.
• Completion of Child and Adolescent psychiatry fellowship.
• Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist by ABPN.
• Must have an unencumbered Virginia Medical License; current, unrestricted DEA registration.
• Must be certified as an Independent Evaluator for civil commitment hearings as required per Virginia Code.

• Previous experience working in a government or public sector community service medical clinics.
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills, providing expert guidance to cross-functional medical and behavioral health treatment teams.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) and multi-lingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

• Must be fitted for N-95 (or similar) mask to safely provide on-site services as needed.
• Must be able to wear N-95 mask and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shield, mask, apron, gown, gloves, etc.
• May be required to work and may be assigned to an alternate work site to carry out duties that support the needs of the County's residents or employees.
• Must be available for duty beyond normal workday as required to perform functions of position for assigned department.
• Must be available to report to work (including driving vehicles) during inclement weather, disasters, and emergencies.
• May be required to clean up contaminated areas, objects, and/or clothing as situations necessitate.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases.
• This position requires frequent intervention with persons who pose danger to self and/or others.
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check and negative TB screen/test. Must have a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.