Child Psychiatrist

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!   

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.   

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today! 

We are seeking a Part Time Hybrid Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Child Psychiatrist to join our expanding behavioral health team. The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children and adolescents. The role includes both in-person sessions at our Bronx locations and telepsychiatry visits, offering flexibility and support through a hybrid model.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients under 18 

• Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care 

• Collaborate with psychologists, therapists, primary care providers, and school-based staff 

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed 

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system 

• Participate in care coordination and case conferences as part of an integrated care model 

• Support program development for pediatric and adolescent mental health services 

• MD or DO with Board Certification or Eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 

• Active and unrestricted New York State medical license 

• DEA license and Suboxone waiver (or willingness to obtain) 

• 3 years of experience working with diverse pediatric populations 

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to care 

• Comfortable using telehealth platforms and hybrid models of service 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) 

• Experience in community health, FQHCs, or underserved urban populations 

$145 an hour

Essen Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.