Psychiatrist Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient FacilityinCalifornia

Job at a Glance

• Job Reference
  -209442-MD-CA
• Title:
  
  MD
• Dates Needed:
  Ongoing locum tenens coverage needed
• Shift Type:
  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:
  Outpatient
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  No
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Negotiable
• Job Duration:
  Locums

This community mental health organization provides long-term psychiatric services through telehealth platforms to serve adult patients in the region. The facility operates an outpatient model focused on comprehensive mental health care and medication management. The organization seeks a dedicated locum tenens psychiatrist to support their ongoing patient care needs.

California offers diverse recreational opportunities and attractions throughout the state. The region features various outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and year-round entertainment options. Residents and visitors can enjoy museums, nature areas, and family-friendly events across different seasons.

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services to adult patients through telehealth delivery in a community mental health setting. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing psychotropic medications, and providing follow-up care for patients with various mental health conditions. The position requires fluency in Spanish to effectively communicate with the diverse patient population. Clinicians will work 32-40 hours per week with no call requirements, utilizing electronic medical records for documentation and patient management.

• Case Load/PPD: 8-10
• Support Staff:
  Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient Population:
  Adults
• Location Type:
  Telehealth
• Government:
  No
• Shift
  
  Hours:
  
  Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated:
  Adult psychiatric conditions in community mental health setting
• Initial Evaluation Time:
  Standard psychiatric evaluation time frames