UCSF Health Child​/Adolescent Psychiatrist – Awaits

Overview

UCSF Health and the UCSF Department of Psychiatry have varied opportunities available for child/adolescent psychiatrists for both inpatient and outpatient services across our clinical service line.

What kinds of opportunities are available?

• Inpatient, outpatient, and consultation-liaison psychiatry services
• Outpatient services within an integrated clinic model
• Participating in teaching, supervision, and assessment of trainees, residents and fellows
• Engaging in innovation and continual improvements in clinical and educational programs

Why UCSF?

• Diverse Clinical Opportunities: We provide compassionate and effective mental health care for adults, adolescents, and children at treatment centers and community-based programs across San Francisco, Oakland, and Northern California. Our experts are dedicated to providing outstanding care for all ages and social groups.
• Leadership & Growth: Ideal for candidates who aspire to influence program development, quality improvement, and hold administrative roles that shape the future of pediatric ophthalmology at UCSF.
• Academic Excellence: Collaborate with world-class researchers and educators in a vibrant academic environment dedicated to innovation and compassionate care. Our department is nationally recognized for its many outstanding educational programs in medical school, residency programs and clinical fellowships, research fellowships, and continuing medical education.

What We’re Looking For

• Board-certified/eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
• A strong commitment to an academic career as a clinician-educator
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with a vision for clinical and programmatic excellence.
• An interest in mentorship, education, and administrative responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Faculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicine (rank and step commensurate with experience).
• Competitive compensation and UC benefits, including pension and health coverage.
• Access to premier facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and UCSFs integrated health system.
• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and academic excellence.
• Opportunities to grow in leadership, education, and research.

Requirements

• Candidates must hold an MD or equivalent degree.
• Candidates must hold a California medical license or be eligible for full, unrestricted licensure by the time of hire.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

• Living in the Bay Area means being part of one of the most dynamic and collaborative medical communities in the country. Whether you’re rounding at UCSF Parnassus, working in Mission Bay’s biotech corridor, or practicing in the East Bay or Peninsula, you’re surrounded by institutions that value innovation, equity, and excellence in care.
• Parnassus offers a quiet, residential vibe with leafy streets and historic homes near Golden Gate Park. Mission Bay is sleek and forward-looking—a hub for clinical research, startups, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Across the Bay Area, neighborhoods match diverse lifestyles.
• The Bay Area offers culture from the symphony and ballet to street festivals, galleries, and live music. You can enjoy diverse cuisine and experiences across the region.
• Nature is never far. You can hike Mount Tamalpais, bike the Bay Trail, surf at Pacifica, or unwind in parks and outdoor spaces.
• Transit is efficient and flexible. BART, Caltrain, Muni, ferries, and bike paths connect the region for easy commuting and travel.
• There’s a strong sense of purpose and community; you’ll be part of a network that cares deeply about patients, colleagues, and the work itself.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step  Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $106,000-$319,800. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

About UC San Francisco

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