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Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc lists this Physician / Psychiatry / Pennsylvania / Locum tenens / Locums Psychiatry Job in Pennsylvania Job opportunity in altoona, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.
Position Overview: Position : Psychiatrist
Location : Near Altoona, PA
Start Date : ASAP
End Date : December 31, 2024
Coverage Type : Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
Shift Details :Clinical Hours : Day shifts
On-Call : Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM; Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations
Allowed Holidays : 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day
Job Details: Practice Setting : Inpatient
EMR System : Epic
Inpatient Beds : 29
Patients Per Shift : 10-12
Rounding : Both inpatient and consults
Call Requirements :Weekdays : On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning
Weekends : Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med/surg
On-Call Encounters : Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents
Response Time : 30 minutes
Requirements:
Board Certification : Required (Board Eligible acceptable)
State License : Pennsylvania only
Certifications :BLS (Basic Life Support) Required
ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required
Fellowship : Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry
Estimated Credentialing Timeframe : 14 days
Hospital Privileges : Temporary privileges available
Hospital Stroke Certification : No
Additional Information: Practice Setting : Adult inpatient psychiatric unit
Support Staff : Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries
Scheduling :September 9-13, 21-30
October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31
Response Time : Prompt response required for on-call duties
This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply!
Job ID : j-
HDAJOBS MDSTAFF
Worksite address
altoona, PA, 16601, US
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