Psychiatric Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Inpatient Coverage in Michigan

Job description

About the facility

This Level III inpatient facility provides structured psychiatric services for adult patients requiring evaluation and ongoing treatment. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and dedicated support staff to ensure continuity of psychiatric care delivery. Locum tenens coverage is sought beginning October 5 on an ongoing basis to meet the clinical needs of the adult population served.

About the facility location

Michigan offers regional attractions suited to diverse interests, encompassing outdoor recreation, cultural experiences, and scenic drives throughout the year. The state includes varied regions that provide access to year-round activities and natural landscapes. Clinicians on assignment will find regional attractions accessible across the state.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services for adult patients during day shifts, working 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on a 7 on/7 off schedule, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for adults within the inpatient setting. One APP is available on staff to support clinical operations throughout the coverage period.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: 1 APP
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Adult inpatient psychiatric conditions
• Average length of stay: Variable
• Census: Variable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Not applicable
• Initial evaluation time: Not applicable