Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic in California

Job description

About the facility

This Northern California behavioral health program provides comprehensive psychiatric services for adults requiring community-based mental health treatment. The facility operates across multiple locations to serve patients throughout the region with established protocols and modern documentation systems. The organization maintains a structured environment designed for effective psychiatric care delivery with opportunities for both clinical and administrative responsibilities.

About the facility location

California offers diverse attractions ranging from iconic sites like Alcatraz Island and the San Diego Zoo to various theme parks and nature tours. The region features harbor cruises in Long Beach, pedal boat rentals at Echo Park Lake, and extensive opportunities for wildlife viewing. Northern California provides access to destinations such as Yosemite and Giant Sequoias through guided tours, while the state accommodates outdoor activities including hiking and seasonal wildflower viewing.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for adults requiring behavioral health services with time split between three locations. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing medications for patients during full-time day shifts totaling 40 hours per week. The clinician will perform both clinical and administrative work while maintaining detailed documentation and collaborating with facility staff to ensure effective care delivery. This position offers flexible scheduling across multiple locations within the Northern California behavioral health program.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 8-10
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Average length of stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial evaluation time: Variable