Join a dynamic healthcare team for an exciting locum tenens opportunity near Hardin, MT! We are seeking a qualified psychiatrist to provide coverage for an inpatient psychiatric unit. This position is ideal for someone looking for flexibility and a chance to make a significant impact in patient care.

Key Details:

Position: Psychiatry Physician

Start Date: January 1, 2025

End Date: Ongoing

Coverage Type: Call Only

Location: Near Hardin, MT

Coverage Requirements:

Specialty: Psychiatry

Department: Inpatient Psychiatry

Provider Type: Physician

Number of Providers Needed: 1

Board Certification: Required (fellowship preferred)

Patient Admissions: Yes

Practice Setting: Inpatient

Schedule and Call Details:

Call Type: Beeper system

Average Call Response Time: 20 minutes

Patient Load: Variable patients per shift

Licensure Requirements:

License: Must be licensed in Montana or hold IMLC

BLS Certification: Required

Facility Information:

Trauma Level: 1

Pediatric Level: 3

EMR System: Cerner

Benefits:

Insurance: Provided by the vendor

Travel: Nearest airport is Billings Logan International Airport

Lodging: Recommended hotel options available with possible discounts

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients

Conduct both follow-up evaluations and new patient assessments

Manage acute psychiatric cases as well as long-term care

Supervise and collaborate with support staff as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in managing various psychiatric disorders, including but not limited to:
- Anxiety disorders
- Affective disorders
- ADD/ADHD
- Personality disorders
- Psychotic disorders

Familiarity with treatment techniques such as pharmacotherapy, group therapy, and ECT

Understanding of involuntary commitments and seclusion therapy

If you are interested in this locum tenens opportunity and want to learn more, please apply now using reference Job ID #j-255064. We look forward to hearing from you!