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RecruitWell lists this Psychiatry Physician opportunity in atlantic city, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Locums - Atlantic City, New Jersey, Psychiatry Job

Start Date: ASAP

Expected End Date: July 25, 2027

Schedule

7 days on / 7 days off

Overnight shifts: 7:00 PM-7:00 AM

All coverage is onsite in the psychiatric emergency room/screening center

No call coverage

The workweek begins Monday at 7:00 PM and ends with the final shift starting Sunday at 7:00 PM and ending Monday at 7:00 AM

84 hours onsite per week, including 7 hours for breaks/meals, for a paid total of 80 hours per week

The psychiatrist is off every other week

Practice Setting

Hospital-based psychiatric emergency room/screening center

Psychiatric emergency services

Technically outpatient psychiatric emergency evaluations

Level II Trauma Center

EMR: Oracle/Cerner FirstNet

Credentialing timeframe: Approximately 2 months

Patient Population & Volume

Adult psychiatric patients

Pediatric psychiatric patients

Psychiatric crisis evaluations

Average of 8-10 patients per shift

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric emergency evaluations

Evaluate adult patients and children/adolescents in crisis settings

Determine appropriate patient disposition

Manage psychiatric medications

Determine need for psychiatric admission, discharge, or observation

Supervise and teach psychiatry residents during applicable shifts

Provide onsite overnight coverage in the psychiatric emergency setting

Leadership & Teaching

Teaching responsibilities required

Psychiatry resident supervision required during applicable shifts

No formal leadership responsibilities

Requirements

Board certified or truly board eligible in Psychiatry

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) certification

Active New Jersey medical license

Experience with psychiatric emergency evaluations

Adult psychiatry experience

Pediatric psychiatric evaluation experience

Interest in resident teaching and supervision

Active BLS, DEA, and CSR/CDS

What Is Great About Atlantic City, New Jersey?

Beachfront living: Enjoy miles of sandy beaches, ocean views, and the famous Atlantic City Boardwalk.

Entertainment and dining: Explore casinos, live entertainment, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife.

Coastal access: Take advantage of nearby Jersey Shore communities and convenient access to Philadelphia for additional dining, cultural attractions, and entertainment.

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