Staff Psychiatrist - ED/Consult Liaison

THE PRACTICE

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a non-profit, 519-bed acute care teaching hospital and trauma center. It is the largest of its kind between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. The hospital was founded in 1888 by 50 women determined to provide a healthcare facility for the growing community of Santa Barbara. We offer a comprehensive range of services to best suit our patients' needs and circumstances, including acute inpatient psychiatry and detoxification; residential alcohol, drug, and co-occurring disorders; rehabilitation; and several levels of outpatient treatment services in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. Our approach to care is integrative, family-oriented, and culturally sensitive. Treatment plans support each person's specific needs and include treatment modalities for dual diagnosis to address those with both psychiatric and chemical dependency needs.

ED & Consult Liaison Services

• Provides treatment to the ED holding unit
• Provides treatment for adults 18 years of age and older
• Double coverage, 7 on – 7 off schedule allows flexibility with 26 weeks on and 26 weeks off
• 10 hour shifts
• Daily caseload of 15 patients per physician
• Shared rotating night call
• Work with a collaborative group of psychiatrists, that truly work as a team
• Must be board certified (board eligible for new graduates)
• Requires CA license and DEA
• Traditions Behavioral Health is proud to accept and work with H1B and J1 Visa holders

The Benefits

• $379,924.20 Annually for Full-Time (7 on / 7 off) W-2 Employees
• Salary includes $440.00 per night for shared rotating night call
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k up to 6% match
• Generous Annual Performance Bonus of $8k per year
• Ability to contract as 1099 with an elevated hourly rate in lieu of benefits
• Sign-on and relocation assistance provided
• Lifetime malpractice and tail coverage provided for both W2 and 1099

THE AREA

• Santa Barbara, California, known as the "American Riviera," is a picturesque coastal city famed for its Mediterranean climate, stunning beaches, and distinctive Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, offering a blend of natural beauty (mountains meeting the sea), rich history (missions, presidio), vibrant downtown (State Street, Funk Zone), and upscale lifestyle attracting visitors year-round.
• Santa Barbara’s climate, which boasts over 300 days of sunshine every year, is a huge draw for those looking for some outdoor adventure. Start the day with a hike. Go rock climbing, or take a surf lesson. Sail away, or hop in an ATV and take an open-air tour. You’ll find a wide variety of options for outdoor fun here, including guided outdoor tours and lessons that give you a chance to learn a new skill.
• Shopping in Santa Barbara, California is a serious affair! Wonderful outdoor paseos, shadowed plazas, and long brick sidewalks make shopping in Santa Barbara the most enjoyable way to spend your free time. From boutique-lined streets to charming courtyards, this coastal city boasts a wide retail spectrum, spanning from world-class stores to a multitude of local crafts shops fit to please even the most discerning and meticulous consumers.
• Santa Barbara is a premier family destination offering a blend of beautiful beaches, excellent schools, interactive museums, outdoor adventures, and charming neighborhoods, making it easy to find fun for all ages with attractions like the Santa Barbara Zoo, MOXI Science Museum, Stearns Wharf, and miles of scenic bike paths along the coast. Its appeal provides a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere, with plenty of parks, kid-friendly dining, and opportunities for wildlife viewing and exploration