Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in California

Job description

About the facility

This community hospital operates an established outpatient psychiatric practice seeking locum tenens coverage for their Child and Adolescent Psychiatry program. The facility maintains a structured clinical environment designed to serve both pediatric and adult patient populations through comprehensive mental health services. The organization utilizes modern EMR systems and provides dedicated clinical staff support to facilitate quality patient care delivery. The facility operates with a Monday through Friday schedule and maintains professional standards for psychiatric treatment in an outpatient setting.

About the facility location

This region offers diverse regional attractions and year-round activities for outdoor recreation. The area provides opportunities for scenic drives through varied terrain and numerous outdoor activities. Wine tasting represents a significant attraction for visitors interested in local culture, while the location offers access to coastal activities and natural recreation throughout the year.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for children and adults following a Monday through Friday schedule in a well-established clinical setting. Responsibilities include conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing ongoing medication management using EMR documentation systems. The clinician will manage a caseload of 8-10 patients per day while collaborating with dedicated clinical staff to ensure quality patient care delivery. The position requires board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and involves no call obligations, allowing for focused patient care during standard business hours. The role emphasizes serving diverse patient populations and maintaining comprehensive treatment records through electronic medical record systems.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 8-10
• Support staff: Dedicated clinical staff
• Patient population: Children
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Child and adult psychiatric conditions in outpatient setting
• Average length of stay: Not applicable for outpatient setting
• Census: Not applicable for outpatient setting
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable based on patient scheduling and clinical needs
• Initial evaluation time: Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes for comprehensive assessments

Your dedicated recruiter

Kenzie Stulack

Call / Text: (678) 690-7740
Email: kstulack@locumtenens.com

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