Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Missouri

Job description

About the facility

This state hospital provides comprehensive psychiatric services for adults requiring inpatient mental health treatment in a structured hospital environment. The organization maintains established protocols and modern documentation systems to ensure effective psychiatric care delivery for patients with complex mental health needs.

About the facility location

Missouri offers diverse entertainment options including aquariums, discovery centers, theaters, and museums focused on topics ranging from BBQ to interactive experiences. The region features outdoor attractions such as nature parks and historic tours, along with cultural venues hosting performances and circus organizations. Visitors can access various ticketed experiences with prices typically ranging from $22 to $48 per adult for general admission to major attractions.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients during Monday through Friday day shifts from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with no call requirements. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing medications for patients requiring acute psychiatric intervention. The clinician will maintain detailed documentation and collaborate with facility staff to ensure effective care delivery. Board certification and prescriptive authority are required for this position serving adult patients in the inpatient setting.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 5
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Adults
• Average length of stay: Variable
• Census: Variable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Not applicable
• Initial evaluation time: Not applicable