Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Hospital in Somerville, NJ

Job description

About the facility

The facility is a regional medical center that provides comprehensive emergency, medical/surgical and rehabilitative services to Central New Jersey residents. The hospital features an onsite inpatient psychiatric unit and maintains a collaborative treatment approach. The medical center offers diverse specialty services with established protocols for psychiatric consultation services.

About the facility location

This area offers diverse attractions ranging from historic landmarks to natural wildlife experiences. Visitors can explore boardwalks, nature preserves, and take tours to iconic destinations, with activities spanning from sightseeing buses to wildlife areas. The region provides access to both cultural attractions and outdoor experiences, with various entertainment options and seasonal events throughout the year.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric consultations for adult patients in the emergency department and medical floors. Daily responsibilities include performing 8-10 consultations, managing complex psychiatric conditions, and working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team. The clinician must demonstrate expertise in consult liaison psychiatry with no call requirements. Board certification in psychiatry is required for this full-time day shift position.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 8-10
• Support staff: Treatment team including nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Consult Liaison Psychiatry
• Average length of stay: Variable based on patient needs
• Census: Variable based on facility census
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Not applicable for consultation role
• Initial evaluation time: Standard consultation timeframes