Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Central North Carolina

Job description

About the facility

This ACT facility specializes in residential psychiatric treatment for adult patients requiring intensive mental health services. The facility provides a structured therapeutic environment designed to support patient recovery and stabilization. The organization is seeking dedicated psychiatric coverage to maintain continuity of care for their residential population.

About the facility location

North Carolina offers diverse attractions ranging from the renowned Biltmore Estate to scenic mountain experiences along the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Trail. The state features entertainment venues such as the Spectrum Center, educational institutions like Duke University, and natural attractions including Lake Norman and the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Visitors can explore theme parks, participate in nature and wildlife tours, and enjoy specialized experiences like wine tours in Charlotte.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adult patients in a residential treatment facility. Daily responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up appointments with approximately 5 patients per day. The role requires day shift coverage with no call responsibilities and includes mileage reimbursement for travel between patient locations. Board certification is negotiable for qualified candidates.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 5
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Adult residential psychiatric patients
• Average length of stay: Not applicable for outpatient setting
• Census: Not applicable for outpatient setting
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Included in daily patient visits
• Initial evaluation time: Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframe