Physician​/Psychiatry​/Pennsylvania​/Locum tenens​/Locums Psychiatry Pennsylvania

Position: Physician / Psychiatry / Pennsylvania / Locum tenens / Locums Psychiatry Job in Pennsylvania Job
Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.

Position Overview:

Position :
Psychiatrist Location :
Near Altoona, PA Start Date : ASAP End Date :
December 31, 2024 Coverage Type :
Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call Shift Details :
Clinical Hours :
Day shifts On-Call :
Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM;
Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations Allowed Holidays : 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day Job Details:
Practice Setting :
Inpatient EMR System :
Epic Inpatient Beds : 29 Patients Per Shift : 10-12 Rounding :
Both inpatient and consults Call Requirements :
Weekdays :
On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning Weekends :
Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med/surg On-Call Encounters :
Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents Response Time : 30 minutes Requirements:
Board Certification :
Required (Board Eligible acceptable) State License :
Pennsylvania only Certifications : BLS (Basic Life Support) Required ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required Fellowship :
Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry Estimated Credentialing Timeframe : 14 days Hospital Privileges :
Temporary privileges available Hospital Stroke Certification :
No Additional Information:
Practice Setting :
Adult inpatient psychiatric unit Support Staff :
Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries Scheduling :
September 9-13, 21-30 October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31 Response Time :
Prompt response required for on-call duties This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply! Job  : j-243975 HDAJOBS MDSTAFF