Introductory doctor sought for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Esbjerg

Would you like to work in an exciting specialty where you can develop your psychiatric competencies, contribute to a good treatment course and make a difference for children, adolescents and their families? Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Southern Denmark offers an introductory post of 37 hours in our outpatient clinic in Esbjerg as of 1 March 2027 or by agreement

With us you will get a broad introduction to the child and adolescent psychiatric specialty, where professional immersion, interdisciplinary collaboration and a holistic approach to children, adolescents and their families are at the centre.

Your tasks

As an introductory doctor you will be permanently attached to an interdisciplinary team, where you participate in assessment and treatment of children and adolescents aged 4-17 years with mental disorders. You will work closely with the children, the young people and their families, as well as with the other professionals in the team.

Your duties will include, among others

• Psychiatric assessment and diagnostic evaluation of children and adolescents.
• Planning and follow-up of treatment courses in collaboration with the team.
• Conversations with children, adolescents and their families.
• Collaboration with other professional groups such as psychologists, nurses, pedagogues, social workers, occupational therapists, etc.
• Interdisciplinary and team-based collaboration and coordination with relevant partners.
• Participation in clinical conferences and professional discussions.

Approximately twice a month you will also participate in the on-call duty in Aabenraa, where you are attached to the 24-hour unit for youths and possibly handle acute inquiries on weekdays between 08:00 and 18:00.

We arrange the work with a focus on gradually developing your clinical competencies and gaining a solid understanding of the child and adolescent psychiatric specialty.

A strong educational environment

We highly value medical further education and offer a well-structured introductory program with an approved training program and clear frameworks for your professional development.

You will be assigned a supervisor from your own team, and we aim to hold supervision 2-4 times a month. In addition you will receive ongoing clinical supervision and opportunities for professional sparring with experienced colleagues.

We place emphasis on a safe learning environment, where there is room for questions, reflection and feedback, and where you can gradually take on greater responsibility in line with your professional development.

There are good opportunities to subsequently apply for a main training position if you wish to continue your specialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry.

What you get with us

• A broad introduction to the child and adolescent psychiatric specialty.
• A structured training program with regular supervision and guidance.
• Close interdisciplinary collaboration with engaged colleagues.
• Opportunity to participate in an introductory course in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Opportunity to participate in a basic psychotherapy course with corresponding supervision.
• Insight into research and professional development through the department's research strategy and collaboration with the Research Unit in Odense.
• Good opportunities for further education within the specialty.
• An ongoing focus on the well-being and work environment of younger doctors.

About the department

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Southern Denmark is anchored at Odense University Hospital and has a shared leadership with outpatient clinics in Aabenraa, Esbjerg, Vejle and Odense as well as inpatient wards in Aabenraa and Odense. We have around 600 employees, of whom about 70 are skilled and approachable doctors.

We work in a team-based, interdisciplinary and holistic manner with the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with mental disorders. Collaboration with families and relevant professionals across health, social and educational sectors is a central part of our work.

Salary and terms of employment

Salary and terms of employment for the position follow the relevant collective agreement. In addition to the starting salary, the salary may include negotiated allowances depending on your experience and qualifications. See starting salary for positions in Region Southern Denmark This means that at the interview mutual expectations about your salary level will be discussed. If you are not already employed in Region Southern Denmark, there will be a three-month probationary period. A child and criminal record check as well as references will be obtained upon hire.

Please note that Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Southern Denmark is a smoke-free workplace.

Your application

If you are curious about our specialty and motivated for professional development, please send us an application.

The application deadline is Monday, November 23, 2026.

Recruitment interviews are expected to be held on Friday, November 27, 2026

If you would like more information, you are welcome to contact the Education Responsible Chief Physician Maria Melonik at telephone 23 60 65 91.

We look forward to receiving your application!