Are you a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with experience in Psychiatry looking for a locum tenens opportunity? An esteemed healthcare facility in southeastern Iowa is seeking a dedicated NP/PA to provide PRN psychiatry coverage for their inpatient behavioral health department. This position offers flexible scheduling and an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Position Details

Location: Near Mediapolis, IA

Position Type: Locum Tenens – PRN Coverage

Specialty: Psychiatry, providing care to adolescent through geriatric patients

Shift Type: Varied – primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (includes a one-hour unpaid lunch)

Weekend Requirements: None required

On Call Requirements: Yes, with a 1:4 call rotation

Job Highlights

Practice Setting: Inpatient behavioral health and hospital consults

Patient Demographic: Ages 8 through geriatric

Typical Patient Load: 10-15 patients per day

Number of Beds: 28 adult beds, 8 adolescent beds

Support: Supervising physician available remotely via telehealth, when needed

Electronic Medical Records: Cerner

Trauma Level: III

Responsibilities

Conducting thorough admission histories and psychiatric assessments

Performing physical examinations and rounds

Diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including:
- Mood disorders
- Psychotic disorders
- Substance-related disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Cognitive and personality disorders

Prescribing and managing medications

Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies

Coordinating ongoing care in consultation with supervising psychiatrists

Facilitating addiction education and management

Completing administrative duties as necessary

Providing continuity of care and coordination for patient referrals

Required Qualifications

Certification: Board Certified – required

Licensing: Iowa state license or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) – required

Experience: Minimum of one year in psychiatry; new graduates are not accepted for this role

Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 days

Compensation and Rates

Hourly: Standard and holiday rates available

Overtime and Holiday Overtime: Applicable for eligible shifts

Call Rates: Additional compensation for nightly, weekend, and holiday call coverage

Presentation Requirements

Up-to-date CV with locum tenens history

Active NPI and Iowa or Compact license number

Availability and references, if available

Documentation of malpractice coverage or background checks

If you're interested in this flexible locum tenens opportunity, where you'll work in a supportive environment while enjoying competitive compensation, please apply now with Job ID #j-257369 to learn more.