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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Location:
Bethlehem, PA
Description:
Position OverviewLVHN is dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable place for our community to overcome life's challenges. Our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, physician assistants, certified registered nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers, psychiatric nurses and occupational therapists work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for their patients.In addition to our inpatient behavioral health services at LVH-Muhlenberg, LVH-Schuylkill, and LVH-Pocono, we provide short-term services at LVH-Muhlenberg and LVH-Cedar Crest, including individual, couples, family, and group therapy, and when indicated, medication management to children, adolescents, adults and older adults.The Behavioral Health team at Lehigh Valley Health Network consists of a team of 28 Physicians (including adult and child and adolescent providers), 20 Advanced Practice Clinicians, 20 Residents and Fellows, 150 Social Workers, and various clinical support staff.The child and adolescent psychiatrists at Lehigh Valley Health Network are anchored at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital is the region's only children's hospital. There are currently 5 Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists within the Department. Services offered include outpatient psychiatry and therapy, inpatient psychiatry (located within the Behavioral Health Science Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg), and an adolescent partial hospitalization program. The Behavioral Health Science Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg consists of 13-beds and treats patients ages 13-18 by utilizing an interdisciplinary treatment team, including a school teacher. Job Details:Approximately 50% of time spent within the inpatient unitApproximately 50% of time spent within other areas of interest for the provider (PHP, outpatient, ED, etc.)The unit is 13 beds, and the census is normally full. The average length of stay in the unit is 8 days.Cover approximately 4-5 patients while in the unit with a multidisciplinary care team. Patients are typically transitioned from the inpatient unit to the partial hospitalization program or an outpatient practice for continued careOpportunity to work with Resident and Fellows. There are 6 Adult Psychiatry Residents per year and 2 Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists (total of 4). Medical students also rotate throughout the department.For individuals seeking an outpatient role with the 50% of time allocated outside of the inpatient unit, clinical space will be provided on the hospital campus. Typically, providers can expect:Well rounded patient mixAn average of 5-7 follow ups per day in addition to 1 new patient90 minutes are allocated with new patients and 30 minutes are allocated for follow-upsCall is shared by all child and adolescent providers and consists of:Average of 9 weekends per year of rounding on the inpatient unit and taking practice call.Weeknight call is provided by Residents from 5pm-11pm. APCs provide coverage from 11pm-7am. Physicians are only back up call during the week.The Department provides:Inpatient Behavioral HealthAdult Behavioral Health Services in MuhlenbergAdolescent Behavioral Health Services in MuhlenbergAdult Behavioral Health Services-SchuylkillSenior Behavioral Health Services-SchuylkillAdolescent Behavioral Health Services-SchuylkillAdult Behavioral Health Services-PoconoOutpatient Behavioral Health Group Practices Sites located throughout the Lehigh Valley RegionOutpatient Mental Health ClinicsSites located throughout the Lehigh Valley RegionPartial Hospitalization ProgramsLocated at the Lehigh Valley Hospitals in Muhlenberg and Cedar CrestBenefits & PerksAs a nationally certified Great Place to Work, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. Explore our benefits.Starting BonusResident and Fellow Educational StipendsMalpractice Insurance with Tail CoverageCME Time and AllowanceRelocation (if applicable) QualificationsChild & Adolescent FellowshipMust be Board Eligible or Board CertifiedA current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is requiredOpen to new graduates and candidates of all experience levels
Company:
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Industry:
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Posted:
March 16 on Professional Diversity Network
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