School Psychiatrist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Perform thorough tele psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic consultations for K–12 students referred to the service.

• Create and support treatment strategies that may incorporate pharmacological interventions when deemed appropriate.

• Manage medication, including prescribing, monitoring, and making adjustments in collaboration with caregivers and other clinicians.

• Provide second opinions or diagnostic clarifications for complex cases involving students.

• Collaborate with Virtual Peace of Mind therapists, school counselors, and family resource personnel to ensure integrated care.

• Engage in case consultations with multidisciplinary teams to ensure treatment alignment.

• Clearly and compassionately communicate findings and treatment recommendations to families and staff.

• Maintain precise and timely clinical documentation within the EHR (e.g., SimplePractice).

• Ensure that all psychiatric services adhere to HIPAA, FERPA, and state-specific medical regulations.

• Contribute to the formulation of psychiatric protocols, referral criteria, and medication guidelines.

• Keep up-to-date with best practices in child and adolescent psychiatry, school-based interventions, and telehealth standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. with board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (mandatory).

• Possess an active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Virginia (multi-state licensure is a plus).

• DEA registration and authority to prescribe medications in Virginia.

• At least 2 years of experience working with children, adolescents, or school-aged populations.

• Strong preference for experience in school-based care, community mental health, or telepsychiatry.

• Proven track record of working successfully as part of a multidisciplinary team (including therapists, school counselors, and educators).

• Capability to convey complex information clearly to both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.

• Proficient in telehealth platforms, EHR systems, and HIPAA-compliant tools.

• Strong skills in clinical documentation, care coordination, and digital communication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, resources, and ongoing learning tailored to role scope.

• Fully remote work environment with well-defined expectations and a supportive infrastructure.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a multidisciplinary team that values integrity, empathy, and collective learning.

• Opportunities to broaden your scope and assume leadership or consulting roles as the organization grows.