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Description
This contract position offers an opportunity to provide exceptional psychiatric care in an engaging on-site environment.
As a Locum Psychiatrist, you will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care. This role is vital to our mission of delivering high-quality psychiatric services in a supportive and compassionate setting.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments
Diagnose and develop treatment plans for patients
Administer and manage psychotropic medications
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated care
Maintain accurate and timely patient records
Provide crisis intervention and management as needed
Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options
Engage in ongoing professional development and training
Requirements
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Active medical license in the state of practice
Board certification in Psychiatry preferred
2+ years of clinical experience as a Psychiatrist
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Knowledge of current treatment modalities and practices
Commitment to patient-centered care and ethical medical practices
Schedule: 8a-4p, 7 on/7 off
Overnight call shifts required
Setting: 19-bed inpatient unit
Daily Volume: 12-14 patients
Average Length of Stay: 5-7 days
Patient Population: Adults
Support Staff: RNs, LPNs, mental health techs, activity/recreation therapists
Must be board-certified or board-eligible
Paid travel and expenses
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Who can apply
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