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.