Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Florida
Child Psychiatrist jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, concentrated in community mental health centers, large hospital systems, and academic medical institutions, with openings at every level from early-career residents to experienced attending psychiatrists. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor most of the hiring, where organizations like Nicklaus Children's Hospital, AdventHealth, and UF Health maintain consistent demand. The most sought-after sub-specialties in Florida are adolescent mood and anxiety disorders, autism spectrum evaluation, and inpatient child psychiatric care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We offer Psychiatrists:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Full-time and part-time available.
- 100% outpatient work. No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends.
- Hybrid model: seeing clients both via telemedicine and in-person.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more.
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional).
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance.
- Annual Income Potential - $308k-$370k, compensation model based on productivity.
Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Adult Psychiatrists that are:
- Fully licensed in one or more US states, BE/BC, unencumbered DEA.
- Experienced in both medication management as well as therapy for child and adolescent populations.
- Offices in the area include: Brandon, Lakeland, N. Tampa, Trinity and Sarasota.
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child psychiatrist jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida medical license issued by the Florida Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
- Board certification or board eligibility in child and adolescent psychiatry from ABPN
- Completion of an accredited child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship program
- Current DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances in Florida
- Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations for pediatric and adolescent populations
- Familiarity with Florida's Baker Act involuntary examination procedures and documentation
Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a child psychiatrist in Florida?
Becoming a child psychiatrist in Florida requires completing medical school, a general psychiatry residency, and a two-year child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship accredited by the ACGME. After training, you apply for a Florida medical license through the Florida Board of Medicine or the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine, pass the required state jurisprudence exam, and obtain DEA registration. Board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology strengthens most Florida applications.
How much do child psychiatrists make in Florida?
Child psychiatrists in Florida earn a median of about $316,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,680 for the lowest 10% to over $568,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire child psychiatrists in Florida?
Companies currently hiring child psychiatrists in Florida include LifeStance Health, LifeStream Behavioral Center, and South County Mental Health Center, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large academic health systems and community behavioral health networks are consistently among the most active employers in the state.
Which Florida cities have the most child psychiatrist jobs?
Orlando, Lakeland, and Hollywood hold the most child psychiatrist openings in Florida. Miami leads because of its density of academic medical centers and children's hospitals, while Tampa and Orlando generate volume through large regional health systems like AdventHealth and Tampa General that operate multiple pediatric and behavioral health service lines.
Are there remote child psychiatrist jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're more limited than in many other healthcare fields since child psychiatry often requires in-person evaluation and hands-on clinical work. About 100% of child psychiatrist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the growing but still selective use of telepsychiatry platforms for follow-up appointments, medication management, and consultations with school systems.
How can I get hired as a child psychiatrist in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly for fellowship-to-hire programs at Florida academic institutions such as UF Health, University of Miami Health System, or USF Health, which regularly recruit graduating fellows into attending roles. Early-career psychiatrists can also target community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers across Florida, which tend to be more open to candidates completing their first year post-fellowship. Securing your Florida medical license and DEA registration before the search ends and demonstrating Baker Act familiarity gives you a clear edge over other new applicants.
Where can I find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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