Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Minnesota

Job description

About the facility

This inpatient facility provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adults requiring acute mental health treatment in a structured hospital environment. The facility maintains established protocols and modern documentation systems to ensure effective psychiatric care delivery for patients with complex mental health needs. The organization operates with experienced clinical staff and utilizes electronic medical records for comprehensive patient documentation.

About the facility location

Minnesota offers diverse attractions including the Mall of America, the scenic North Shore Drive, and numerous state parks that provide outdoor recreation opportunities. The state features cultural tours, waterfall hiking destinations, and various activities throughout Northeast Minnesota. Visitors can explore attractions, tours, and experiences with options for cancellation flexibility across the region.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care Monday through Friday with day shift hours and no call requirements. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing medications for court-committed patients with complex psychiatric needs in a facility with consistent census. The Clinical Director role involves 95% direct patient care with no production standards and no H&Ps required, allowing focus on quality care rather than volume while collaborating with experienced APRNs and a multidisciplinary team.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: Experienced APRNs and multidisciplinary team
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Court-committed patients with complex psychiatric needs
• Average length of stay: Variable
• Census: Variable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Not applicable
• Initial evaluation time: Not applicable