Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Ascension
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Description
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician to join a team supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- Collaborate with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team supported by 24/7 nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, and Education Specialists
- Enjoy a balanced inpatient schedule with a 7-on/7-off rotation (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
- Provide care on a 17-bed inpatient behavioral health unit serving adolescents (ages 5–18), with an average daily census of 11 patients and typical length of stay of 5–7 days, focused on acute crisis stabilization for conditions including suicidal/homicidal ideation, psychosis, and other safety concerns
- Serving a surrounding population of 230,000
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Eligible for state medical license and DEA registration
- Evaluate and treat patients using appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic skills while ensuring accurate, timely documentation that meets payer requirements and supports appeals for denied services.
- Accept and manage inpatient referrals, serving as admitting, attending, and/or consulting physicians as needed, while actively contributing to initiatives that enhance quality of care and cost-effectiveness.
- Located in Wisconsin’s Fox Cities (Neenah, Menasha, Appleton, Oshkosh)—a vibrant, family-friendly region with low cost of living, excellent schools, growing performing arts with touring Broadway shows and dining scene, and easy access to Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Chicago, plus abundant outdoor recreation with nearby lakes, trails, and year-round activities
About the Facility
- Modern, 350-bed facility with a newly expanded hospital tower, recent campus renovations, and robust 24/7 hospitalist, emergency, and ICU support, plus certified stroke and chest pain services within a Level III trauma center.
- Backed by a strong, integrated referral network and part of Ascension, a leading national nonprofit health system dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to all.
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- One or more of the following required:
- Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Additional Preferences: ##LI- KM1
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's 17-bed inpatient behavioral health unit in Appleton is seeking a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to work a structured 7-on/7-off schedule (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) on an adolescent unit serving ages 5–18. You would manage acute psychiatric crises including suicidal and homicidal ideation, psychosis, and safety concerns, with an average daily census of 11 patients and typical stays of 5–7 days. The role sits within a modern 350-bed facility backed by Ascension's national nonprofit network, giving you access to robust 24/7 support from nursing, social work, occupational therapy, education specialists, and hospitalist services.
This is an employed position that emphasizes collaboration and quality improvement alongside direct patient care. You'll handle admitting, attending, and consulting responsibilities while managing documentation for payer requirements and appeals. The Fox Cities region serves a population of 230,000 and offers a low cost of living, strong schools, and cultural amenities including touring Broadway productions, alongside proximity to larger metros and year-round outdoor recreation.
You must be MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in child and adolescent psychiatry, eligible for Wisconsin medical licensure and DEA registration. Advanced Life Support certification is preferred. Ascension describes itself as physician-led with long-term stability and local autonomy within a national system.
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