We are currently seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for an inpatient psychiatry locum tenens opportunity in the state of Pennsylvania, near Adamsburg. This assignment offers a flexible schedule with a mix of inpatient clinical hours and on-call responsibilities. If you are available for a short-term commitment and have the experience to provide quality psychiatric care, this could be a great fit for you.

Position Overview:

• Location: Near Adamsburg, PA


• Specialty: Psychiatry


• Practice Setting: Inpatient


• Coverage Dates: January 3, 2025 – January 25, 2025


• Schedule:
  
  
  
  • Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  
  
  • Weekends: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM + 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM call
  
  
  • Call required 1-2 days per week; possible weekend call
  
  
  • Average response time for call: 30 minutes
  
  
  
  


• Patient Load: 10-12 patients per shift


• Call Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  • Consultations in the ED and med/surg units on weekends
  
  
  • Inpatient rounding for psychiatric units
  
  
  • 2-4 admissions on average when called in
  
  
  
  


• EMR System: Epic


• Support Staff: Midlevel providers will assist with new evaluations and summaries

Requirements:

• Board Certification/Eligibility: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry


• Licensing: Must be licensed in Pennsylvania


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Must have completed a Psychiatry residency; fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry preferred
  
  
  • Familiarity with inpatient psychiatric care and involuntary commitments
  
  
  • Experience in managing a range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, affective disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and more
  
  
  
  


• Skills: Experience with pharmacotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, and involuntary commitment is preferred


• Credentialing: 14-day credentialing timeframe

Facility Details:

• Inpatient Unit: 29 beds


• Patient Types: Adults with a variety of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and other severe mental health issues


• No Hospital Stroke Certification Required


• No surgery center privileges needed

Additional Information:

• Call Coverage: The psychiatrist will be required to cover call shifts, including weekdays and weekends. During on-call shifts, the provider will respond to psychiatric emergencies, perform consultations, and provide care for patients admitted to the psychiatric unit.


• Lodging and Travel: Arrangements will be made for lodging. Nearest airports.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this locum tenens Psychiatry opportunity, please apply now using reference Job ID #j-259951.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic environment while serving the psychiatric needs of the community. Apply today!