Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in California

• Job Reference Id: ORD-210415-MD-CA
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: Starting after May 29th - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Outpatient
• Call Required: Negotiable
• Board Certification Required: Negotiable
• Job Duration: Locums

The program operates as a behavioral health field outreach unit consisting of teams of professionals and paraprofessional staff dedicated to addressing the needs of homeless individuals with severe behavioral health challenges. The organization utilizes the Relational Outreach and Engagement Model to engage and provide services to homeless individuals who have mental illness and substance use disorders. The facility maintains modern documentation systems and coordinates with community partners to ensure effective treatment delivery in non-traditional healthcare environments.

California offers diverse recreational opportunities ranging from iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park to natural attractions including Yosemite Valley and the towering redwoods along the Avenue of the Giants. The region features popular destinations such as Stanford University, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and various sports venues like Oracle Park and Levi's Stadium. Visitors can engage in numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, water sports, and wildlife viewing, with attractions spanning from coastal areas near Glass Beach to mountain destinations like Mount Shasta and Lake Tahoe.

The psychiatrist will provide specialized psychiatric care for homeless adults with co-occurring substance use disorders through a mobile clinic team approach. Primary responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management while working Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM in various community settings. The clinician will engage individuals at their locations including streets, shelters, and community hubs, providing intensive case management and treatment linkage services. Daily activities involve collaborating with mental health and primary care providers to connect patients to appropriate behavioral health treatment, community services, and housing resources while maintaining detailed documentation of patient progress and treatment interventions.

• Case Load/PPD: 10-12
• Support Staff: Mental health providers, primary care providers, and paraprofessional staff
• Patient Population: Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule: TBD
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated: Homeless adults, often