Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Emergency Department in Northern Florida

Job description

About the facility

The facility operates as a hospital providing emergency psychiatric services with dedicated resources for mental health evaluations. The emergency department maintains protocols for psychiatric consultations and crisis interventions. The hospital ensures comprehensive psychiatric coverage through qualified clinicians with appropriate support staff.

About the facility location

Florida offers diverse attractions ranging from natural wildlife experiences to entertainment destinations. The state features theme parks, cultural attractions, and coastal activities including wildlife spotting and outdoor recreation opportunities. Florida provides year-round activities with access to natural parks, coastal areas, and various recreational facilities throughout the region.

About the clinician's workday

The position requires providing on-site psychiatric coverage for emergency department consultations during day shifts. The clinician will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, crisis assessments, and treatment planning for adult patients presenting to the emergency department. Board certification in Psychiatry and prescriptive authority are mandatory requirements. The role includes participating in a 1 in 7 call schedule to ensure continuous psychiatric coverage for emergency cases.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 7-10
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Call ratio/schedule: 1/7
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: All Adults
• Average length of stay: Emergency department consultation basis
• Census: Variable emergency department volume
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Emergency consultation focused
• Initial evaluation time: Standard emergency department protocols