Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Wisconsin
Child Psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in community mental health centers, academic medical systems, and children's hospital networks, with demand at every level from early-career psychiatrists to fellowship-trained specialists. The largest hiring activity is in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where established systems such as Children's Wisconsin, UW Health, and Froedtert Health maintain active child and adolescent psychiatry programs. The most sought-after specialties include inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry, outpatient diagnostic evaluation, and integrated behavioral health within pediatric primary care settings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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See related jobsLocation: Appleton, WI
Facility Name: St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
Schedule: Full-Time 7-on/7-off rotation
Sign-on bonus and Relocation Assistance Available
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/PO) Shortage Designation Type.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician to a join 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 physician 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
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
-
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.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
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.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Appleton, WI
Facility Name: St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
Schedule: Full-Time 7-on/7-off rotation
Sign-on bonus and Relocation Assistance Available
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/PO) Shortage Designation Type.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician to a join 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 physician 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
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
-
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.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
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.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child psychiatrist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin medical license issued by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school with completed psychiatry residency
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship program
- Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry
- Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing in Wisconsin
- Experience conducting diagnostic evaluations and providing evidence-based psychotherapy for minors
Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a child psychiatrist in Wisconsin?
You become a child psychiatrist in Wisconsin by completing medical school, a general psychiatry residency, and a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, then applying for a full medical license through the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. You must pass the USMLE steps and hold an unrestricted Wisconsin license before practicing. Most Wisconsin hospital systems and community mental health centers also require or strongly prefer board certification from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
How much do child psychiatrists make in Wisconsin?
Child psychiatrists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $331,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,340 for the lowest 10% to over $393,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire child psychiatrists in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring child psychiatrists in Wisconsin right now include SSM Health, Ascension, and ProHealth Care (WI), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's largest hiring institutions tend to be integrated academic medical systems and specialty children's hospital networks with dedicated child and adolescent psychiatry departments.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most child psychiatrist jobs?
Madison, Appleton, and Waukesha have the most child psychiatrist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of the concentration of major pediatric and academic health systems headquartered there, while Madison benefits from the UW Health network and university-affiliated training programs, and Green Bay draws demand from regional community mental health and hospital outpatient services serving northeastern Wisconsin.
Are there remote child psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since child psychiatry involves clinical assessment and therapeutic relationships that many employers prefer to conduct in person. About 50% of child psychiatrist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting growing telehealth adoption across the state. Telepsychiatry roles providing outpatient medication management and follow-up therapy for established pediatric patients are the positions most likely to be offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a child psychiatrist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship programs or new-graduate attending positions within large Wisconsin health systems such as Children's Wisconsin and UW Health, both of which regularly onboard physicians completing their first year out of fellowship. Candidates benefit from completing rotations or electives at Wisconsin community mental health centers during training, as these sites often convert trainees to staff positions. Holding an active Wisconsin Medical Examining Board license and ABPN board eligibility before applying gives candidates a clear advantage over those still awaiting credentials.
Where can I find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across health systems, community mental health centers, and outpatient practices. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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