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Emdego Provider Partners lists this Psychiatry Physician opportunity in san jose, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locum Outpatient Psychiatrist Opportunity 16 Hrs/Wk Low Patient Volume Hybrid Schedule San Jose, CA Exclusive Part-Time Contract Flexible Hours/Week Hybrid Practice Option
Step into an impactful outpatient clinical role in the South Bay. A premier community health organization in San Jose is expanding its specialized behavioral health team and seeking an experienced General Psychiatrist (MD/DO) for a long-term locum tenens assignment.
Designed for psychiatric physicians seeking high flexibility and sustainable practice volume, this position offers an exceptional lifestyle framework: part-time schedule options (12 to 16 hours weekly), daytime clinic hours (8:30 AM 5:00 PM), low daily patient volume (6 to 10 clients per full day), and zero call obligations.
The Practice Experience Join a dedicated, multidisciplinary care team delivering compassionate, high-touch psychiatric care to children and adults with developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
Clinical Scope: Provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment tailored to specialized patient populations:
Perform thorough psychiatric assessments and clinical diagnoses for pediatric and adult developmental populations
Direct ongoing medication management, complex psychopharmacology, and authorized controlled-substance prescribing
Maintain a manageable, low-volume caseload of approximately 6 to 10 patients per 7.5-hour clinical day
Collaborate with care coordinators, behavioral specialists, and allied healthcare teams
Schedule & Lifestyle Advantage: Flexible 12 to 16 hours per week scheduled within standard weekday hours (Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM).
Hybrid Work Structure: In-person clinic presence required at least one day per week, offering flexibility for local providers.
Zero Call Burden: Total freedom from evening or weekend call duties.
Candidate Profile & Qualifications We are seeking a patient-centered, highly adaptable Psychiatrist dedicated to serving neurodiverse and developmental populations ( Note: Candidates must reside within driving distance 30 miles of ZIP code 95128 ).
Credentials & Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
Licensure: Active, unencumbered California State Medical License and active DEA registration.
Health Requirements: Mandatory Flu and COVID-19 vaccination credentials (formal medical or religious exemption documentation accepted).
Elevate your practice with a flexible, low-stress outpatient Psychiatry assignment in San Jose, California. Connect with our senior executive search team today to discuss schedule preferences and secure your placement!
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