Psychiatrist

Appointment Type

* Temporary 1

Bargaining Unit

* Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support 1

Job Search Category/Discipline

* Student Services 1

Time Basis

* Time Varies 1

PTOC

Psychiatrist

Apply now Job no: 551661

Work type:
Staff

Location:

Los Angeles

Categories:
Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Temporary, Time Varies, Student Services

Job No: 551661; 09/24/2025

PSYCHIATRIST

Physician-Specialty SVS-NE

Student Services/Health Center

Salary Range: $83.19 - $161.90/Hourly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $83.19 - $139.43/Hourly)

Work Schedule:

Part-Time, (up to 19 hours per week);
Monday - Thursday hours TBD;
Temporary appointment expires on or before June 30, 2026, may be extended; non-exempt classification.

Essential Functions:

The Student Health Center (SHC) provides high-quality, affordable health care and health education for the students of Cal State LA to preserve and enhance their potential for academic success and personal development. In support of this mission and under direction of the Lead Physician, the Psychiatrist provides compassionate and competent psychiatric care to students and participates in other professional and departmental activities as assigned.

The incumbent evaluates and diagnoses mental health problems; orders and interprets diagnostic tests as needed; prescribes medication when needed and follows up on treatment; counsels patients; provide mental health crisis intervention and management when needed; refers to and consults with other professionals and providers as needed; provide consultation and expert opinion; collaborates with colleagues in CAPS in the care of patients;

participate in the SHC's continuous quality improvement activities; and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications &

Experience:

Graduation from a medical school recognized by the Medical Board of California. Possession of valid professional California license to practice medicine. Current American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) certification in the specialty of psychiatry required. Possession of a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and number for prescribing controlled substances. Completion of at least one residency program in psychiatry or a related specialty.

Possession of a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator (CPR/AED) certification as appropriate for the assigned duties.

Note:

In accordance with Executive Order 943 a physician can be given clinical privileges pending initial certification, but must be board certified as soon as possible, but no later than two years after the date of hire. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.

Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.

California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Desired

Qualifications:

Prior/current affiliation with a hospital or outpatient clinic. Experience working in a student health services setting, combined with strong interest and knowledge in working with college-age patients; ability and specialized skills to serve as a mentor and resource consultant for other SHC personnel and maintain effective working relationships with others; experience in use of electronic health recording system.

Closing Date:
Review of applications will begin on October 9, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A…