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Posted 13 August, 2026

Psychiatry, Lead Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Hartford Healthcare (HHC)
Hartford, CT, US Full Time

Job Description

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Location Detail: HH Genras Bldg (10050)

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Lead Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

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Outpatient Psychiatry Leadership | Autism Services | Academic Psychiatry

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Institute of Living | Hartford HealthCare Hartford, Connecticut

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The Institute of Living (IOL), Hartford HealthCare's internationally recognized behavioral health network, is seeking a Lead Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide clinical and administrative leadership for its comprehensive ambulatory psychiatry services.

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This role includes direct patient care and program oversight across:

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  • General Outpatient Psychiatry (preschool through age 25)
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  • Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
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  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
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  • Mary W. Parker Autism Center
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Candidates with expertise or a special interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, pediatric psychopharmacology, and family-centered care are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead a multidisciplinary behavioral health team
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  • Provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment
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  • Collaborate with psychology, social work, family therapy, speech therapy, and case management teams
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  • Support program development, quality initiatives, and clinical operations
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  • Participate in statewide psychiatric consultation services
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  • Inpatient call opportunities available
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Academic Opportunity

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The Institute of Living is a major teaching site for the University of Connecticut and Quinnipiac University, including:

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  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellows
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  • General Psychiatry Residents
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  • Pediatric Residents
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  • Medical Students
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  • Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, and Family Therapy Trainees
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An academic appointment is available through the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Candidates with interests in teaching, research, and scholarly activity are encouraged to apply.

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Why Hartford HealthCare?

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  • One of New England's largest integrated health systems
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  • Nationally recognized behavioral health services
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  • Robust physician leadership support
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  • Teaching and academic opportunities
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  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
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Keywords: Child Psychiatrist, Adolescent Psychiatrist, Autism Psychiatrist, Outpatient Psychiatry, Psychiatry Leadership, Behavioral Health Medical Director, Academic Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Jobs, Connecticut Psychiatrist Jobs, Hartford HealthCare Careers.

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Qualifications

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  • Board Certified/Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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  • Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligible)
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Preferred

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  • Experience in outpatient psychiatric care and clinical leadership
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  • Expertise in psychopharmacology and evidence-based treatment
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  • Broad experience in day-to-day operations of a comprehensive ambulatory program
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  • Administrative leadership skills
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