Child Psychiatrist Jobs in California
Child Psychiatrist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across public health systems, academic medical centers, community mental health organizations, and integrated pediatric care networks at every level from early-career to senior attending. The largest concentrations of openings are in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, and Children's Hospital Los Angeles have sustained hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties include early childhood mental health, adolescent crisis intervention, and telehealth-delivered outpatient psychiatric care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Psychiatry, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Child Psychiatrist for a PHP/IOP position located in Murrieta, California.
This position will provide psychiatric care within our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The physician will conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary behavioral health team to support individualized treatment plans and promote patient stability and recovery.
ABOUT THE AREA
Murrieta, California is a growing and family-friendly community in southwest Riverside County, known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and high quality of life. Ideally located between San Diego and Los Angeles, Murrieta offers convenient access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a relaxed suburban atmosphere. There is much to enjoy with abundant outdoor recreation, year-round sunshine, and close proximity to beaches, mountains, and desert destinations.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $250,000–$321,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.
Our benefits include:
- Generous Retirement Contribution
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage
- Competitive Vacation & Sick Days
- CME Days and Funds
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
- Paid Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Federal Loan Repayment (if eligible)
For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below: Public Service Loan Forgiveness
We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.
INTRODUCTION
Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Psychiatry, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Child Psychiatrist for a PHP/IOP position located in Murrieta, California.
This position will provide psychiatric care within our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The physician will conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary behavioral health team to support individualized treatment plans and promote patient stability and recovery.
ABOUT THE AREA
Murrieta, California is a growing and family-friendly community in southwest Riverside County, known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and high quality of life. Ideally located between San Diego and Los Angeles, Murrieta offers convenient access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a relaxed suburban atmosphere. There is much to enjoy with abundant outdoor recreation, year-round sunshine, and close proximity to beaches, mountains, and desert destinations.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $250,000–$321,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.
Our benefits include:
- Generous Retirement Contribution
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage
- Competitive Vacation & Sick Days
- CME Days and Funds
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
- Paid Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Federal Loan Repayment (if eligible)
For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below: Public Service Loan Forgiveness
We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.
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Child Psychiatrist Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health8
- Loma Linda University Health2
- University of California, San Francisco2
- Eating Recovery Center1
- Lifestance Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Education4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child psychiatrist jobs across California.
- Active California Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Medical Board of California
- Board certification or eligibility in child and adolescent psychiatry from ABPN
- Completion of accredited general psychiatry residency plus child and adolescent fellowship
- Experience delivering evidence-based treatments including CBT, DBT, and family therapy
- DEA registration and ability to prescribe psychotropic medications in California
- Familiarity with California mandated reporter obligations and Lanterman-Petris-Short Act procedures
Child Psychiatrist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a child psychiatrist in California?
Becoming a child psychiatrist in California requires completing medical school, a general psychiatry residency, and a two-year child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship accredited by the ACGME. After training, you must obtain a California Physician and Surgeon license through the Medical Board of California, which involves passing the USMLE sequence and submitting a complete application before you may practice. Board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology is expected by most California employers.
How much do child psychiatrists make in California?
Child psychiatrists in California earn a median of about $353,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $113,990 for the lowest 10% to over $496,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire child psychiatrists in California?
Employers hiring child psychiatrists in California right now include LifeStance Health, Loma Linda University Health, and University of California, San Francisco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's size and mix of large integrated health systems, county-run behavioral health departments, and federally qualified health centers means openings appear across a wider range of organization types than in most states.
Which California cities have the most child psychiatrist jobs?
San Francisco, Corona, and Glendale have the most child psychiatrist openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco lead because of their concentration of academic medical centers, county behavioral health departments, and large integrated systems, while San Diego's strong military-affiliated and children's hospital networks generate consistent demand in what is otherwise a mid-size metro.
Are there remote child psychiatrist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because much of outpatient child psychiatry adapted successfully to telehealth. About 53% of child psychiatrist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly telehealth has been adopted for medication management and ongoing therapy follow-up. Diagnostic evaluations and inpatient or crisis roles remain predominantly on-site.
How can I get hired as a child psychiatrist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to fellowship training programs at California academic centers such as UCSF, UCLA, or Stanford, which are designed for physicians completing general psychiatry residency with no independent child psychiatry experience. County behavioral health departments across Los Angeles, Alameda, and Sacramento counties also hire early-career child psychiatrists into supervised outpatient roles. Holding an active Medical Board of California license and demonstrating clinical hours with pediatric populations, even from rotation, meaningfully strengthens applications for these positions.
Where can I find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers and updates regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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