Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Richmond, Texas

Job description

About the facility

This inpatient mental health facility operates within the state prison system, serving a census of 550 inmates requiring psychiatric care. The facility provides specialized mental health services in a secure correctional environment with dedicated staff and resources.

About the facility location

Texas offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Hill Country region, including hiking at state parks and wildlife viewing experiences. The area features family attractions such as amusement parks, water parks, and adventure activities including ropes courses and zip line experiences for recreational enjoyment.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive mental health treatment to adult male inmates within an inpatient correctional setting. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient rounds on 10-12 individuals, developing treatment plans, and managing ongoing psychiatric care. Board certification is required for this position, which offers locums to permanent placement opportunities with standard Monday through Friday scheduling.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 10-12
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support within the state prison system
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: inmates requiring ongoing mental-health treatment with inpatient care
• Census: 550