Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Colorado

Job description

About the facility

This community mental health organization provides comprehensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment services in a collaborative multidisciplinary care environment. The facility operates with established protocols designed to support patient-centered care and effective treatment delivery. The organization maintains modern systems and resources to ensure comprehensive psychiatric services within an established community mental health setting.

About the facility location

This area offers diverse outdoor experiences ranging from snow-capped mountains to arid high deserts, with waterfall exploration opportunities throughout the region. Adventure seekers can participate in zipline tours and jet boat excursions, while families may enjoy farm attractions featuring U-pick flowers, live music, and seasonal activities. The destination provides access to state park facilities including aquarium visits, trolley tours, and various water-based attractions.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for adults during full-time day shifts with no call requirements. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and medication management within a collaborative multidisciplinary care environment. The clinician will work closely with therapists, case managers, nurses, and interdisciplinary treatment teams while serving as the medical team representative. Additional duties include maintaining accurate clinical documentation, participating in quality assurance initiatives, and providing ongoing psychiatric treatment with focus on both mental health and substance use treatment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 12-16
• Support staff: PMHNPs, therapists, nurses, case managers, substance use counselors, peer support staff, and multidisciplinary behavioral health
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Mental health and substance use disorders
• Average length of stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial evaluation time: Variable

Your dedicated recruiter

Jordan Bracco

Call / Text: (678) 690-8039
Email: jbrocksmith@locumtenens.com

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