Psychiatry
Job ID: ORD-211908-MD-NC
Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in North Carolina
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This job at a glance
- Dates needed: June 4 - June 18
- Shift type: Day Shift;Call
- Assignment type: Inpatient
- Call required: Yes
- Board certification required: Yes
Job description
About the facility
An inpatient facility is seeking a psychiatrist for vacation coverage. The facility provides specialized psychiatric care for adult patients requiring acute mental health treatment in a structured hospital environment. The organization maintains established protocols and modern documentation systems to ensure effective psychiatric care delivery.
About the facility location
This area features diverse landscapes including mountains and beaches, with notable attractions such as the Biltmore Estate and various outdoor recreational facilities. Visitors can engage in activities ranging from hiking and mountain biking to paddling and zip lining, with destinations like Stone Mountain State Park and Wrightsville Beach offering natural experiences. The region provides opportunities for both adventure sports and cultural exploration, making it suitable for various types of travelers seeking outdoor activities or sightseeing.
About the clinician's workday
The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients working day shift and call coverage with up to 14 patients per day. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing medications, and developing treatment plans for patients with wide range mental health conditions including co-occurring issues when mental health disorders are accompanied by substance use. The clinician will perform rounding and call responsibilities while maintaining detailed documentation and collaborating with hospital staff to ensure effective care delivery. North Carolina license and board certification are required for this position.
Additional job details
- Case load/PPD: Up to 14
- Support staff: RNs, CNAs, FNP, Practice Manager
- Patient population: Adults
- Location type: On-Site
- Prescriptive authority required: Yes
- Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
- Cases treated: Wide range mental health including co-occurring issues when mental health disorders are accompanied by substance use
- Average length of stay: Variable
- Census: Variable
- Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable
- Initial evaluation time: Variable
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