Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Psychiatry

Description

 This contract position offers an invaluable opportunity for medical professionals to engage directly with patients while providing essential psychiatric services on-site.

As a Locum MD in Psychiatry, you will play a critical role in evaluating and treating patients with mental health disorders, contributing to their overall wellbeing. Your expertise will enable us to maintain high standards of care within our medical practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide ongoing psychiatric care, including medication management
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions
• Participate in clinical meetings and case discussions
• Stay current with best practices in psychiatric care
• Educate patients and families on mental health issues and resources

Requirements

• MD license to practice psychiatry in the state
• Experience in a clinical psychiatric setting
• Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and therapeutic interventions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience with electronic health record systems
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Board certification in Psychiatry preferred

Available Shifts: Weekdays (12a-8a or 12a-12p) and weekends (8a-4p, 4p-12a, or 12a-8a)

Setting: CPEP unit, 56 adult beds and 27 C&A beds

Daily Volume: 25-40 patients and 10-12 admits across the whole clinical team

Patient Population: All ages, high-acuity patients

Support Staff: MDs, APPs, social workers, residents, and nurses

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified or board-eligible

Paid travel & expenses