Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Physician

Location: Appleton, WI  

Facility Name: St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time 7-on/7-off rotation

Sign-on bonus and Relocation Assisstance 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 licensure 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

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.

No additional preferences

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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.

Paid time off (PTO)
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

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