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Posted 21 July, 2026

Child Psychiatrist

Vista Community Clinic
Vista, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

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Vista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we work to advance community health and hope by providing access to premier health services. Join a team of dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic team players who make a difference in the community. VCC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Responsibilities\n
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Provide a continuum of services aimed at providing an array of behavioral health services for children and adults with a main focus on children. Services include prevention, treatment and interventions that promote recovery and social well-being.

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  • Provide psychiatric and medical assessment of treatment services
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  • Evaluate co-existing medical conditions for potential impact
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  • Work in close contact with referring physician and primary care provider in the patient's care to provide an expert treatment plan
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  • Provide medication monitoring for clients, reviewing use of medication to determine appropriateness, presence of side effects, medical interactions, etc.
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Qualifications\n
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Minimum

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  • Medicare and California Medicaid numbers prior to start of employment
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  • Valid California medical license as MD or DO
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  • Certified as a diplomat in the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in psychiatry
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  • Completion of a psychiatric residency or a family medicine/psychiatry residency in an ACGME approved residency program
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  • Valid DEA certificate
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  • 2 years experience working full-time as a psychiatrist and MD or DO in child/adult psychiatry
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Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

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  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
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  • 1 year experience working with children
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  • Proficient with electronic health records and technology platforms
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Part Time

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Pay: $138 - $150/hr

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Located in Vista, CA

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Generous Benefits

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