Psychiatrist (Inpatient Child & Adolescent)

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Inpatient

Brook Lane Hospital Hagerstown, MD

$335,000 Salary + $250,000 Sign-On Bonus + Up to $50,000 Relocation

Position Highlights

• $335K base salary

• $250K sign-on bonus

• Up to $50K relocation assistance

• 7 on / 7 off schedule (10-hour days)

• 100% inpatient - no clinic responsibilities

• Manageable caseload ( 16 patients)

• Teaching opportunities with psychiatry residents, medical students, NP and PA programs

• Full benefits including CME, malpractice, retirement, PTO, and health coverage

Practice Details

• 38-bed Child & Adolescent Inpatient Program (average census 32)

• Units serving ages 8-17

• Average length of stay: 8-10 days

• Common diagnoses: ADHD, depressive disorders, trauma, autism spectrum disorders, ODD, adolescent substance use

• Admissions primarily from regional emergency departments

Team-Based Care

Work alongside a strong multidisciplinary behavioral health team, including:

• Nurses & Mental Health Associates

• Social Workers & Counselors

• Psychologists

• Discharge Planning Team

• Medical Consult Services

All staff are trained in CPI de-escalation and safety protocols, with security support and systems designed to maintain a safe care environment.

Call Schedule

• 1 night per week

• 1 in 6 weekends

• Daytime on-call coverage for ED referral screenings and urgent inpatient needs

About the System

Meritus Health and Brook Lane provide one of the largest behavioral health networks in the region, including:

• 80 inpatient beds

• Psychiatry residency training program

• Residential crisis care

• Day treatment programs

• School-based mental health services

• Expanding outpatient and telehealth services

Why Hagerstown?

Located in Western Maryland, Hagerstown offers:

• Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore

• Outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national parks

• A growing community with a rich cultural and historical scene

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Compensation Information:
Starting at $335000.00 / annuallyAdditional Compensation:
250000.00