Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician

Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Adult and Child Psychiatry Physician

We are seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Adult and Child Psychiatry Physician to join our compassionate Behavioral Health team. This role is ideal for a skilled and thoughtful provider with a passion for serving patients across the lifespan, from children to adults. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing treatment plans, prescribing medication, and collaborating with our multi-disciplinary mental health team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. RRH is a Joy in Medicine recognized organization by the American Medical Association.

Job Description

• Provide expert psychiatric care for adult and pediatric mental health conditions
• Conduct evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management
• Collaborate with psychologists, therapists, and primary care teams
• Maintain EMR documentation in a timely and thorough manner
• Contribute to holistic care that emphasizes dignity and long-term wellness
• Participate in integrated care initiatives with other RRH departments
• Leverage support from case managers, RNs, and administrative staff
• Join a team that values compassionate communication and teamwork
• Help advance Behavioral Health access in a rural community setting

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Active California medical license or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Experience in rural or community mental health settings is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, sign-on bonus, student loan forgiveness program, eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), productivity bonus above base compensation, as permissible under applicable laws
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities and CME support
• Leadership opportunities
• Relocation support with temporary housing
• VISA and Green Card sponsorship
• Optional 4-day work week

Community Overview

Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley.