Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent in Reading, PA

Position: Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent in Reading, PA
Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent

Location:

Reading, PA

Employer:

Lancesoft Inc

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
Specialty:  Psychiatry – Adult
Position:  Psychiatrist (Physician)

Location:

Reading, Pennsylvania
Assignment Length:  ASAP start | 6-month assignment

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Call:  None
Setting:  Inpatient

Overview:
A behavioral health facility in Reading, PA is seeking a  locum Adult Psychiatrist  for full-time inpatient coverage. This is a long-term assignment with a collaborative, well-supported care environment.

Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adult inpatient admissions

Provide daily follow-ups and discharge planning

Diagnose and treat acute and chronic psychiatric conditions using evidence-based practices

Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans, including medication management

Monitor medication effectiveness and patient response

Provide crisis intervention, stabilization, and de-escalation as needed

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, social work, psychology, and primary care

Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR

Comply with all ethical, legal, and regulatory standards

Patient Details:

Adult patients (18+)

Patient load: 16–20

Mix of new and existing patients

Support & Environment:

Full treatment team and nursing support

Working alongside approximately 12 other providers

No supervision of mid-level providers

Requirements:

Board Eligible (Psychiatry)

BLS certification

Experience with inpatient psychiatry preferred

EMR:  Well Sky