Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Facility in California

  • LocumTenens
  • California
  • 15 hours ago

Job Summary


Employment Type
Contract

Job Description


This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-211870-MD-CA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR; ER
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: Yes
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

The facility seeks a psychiatrist for inpatient locum tenens coverage. The facility operates 24/7 and utilizes the EPIC EMR system for comprehensive patient documentation and care coordination.

About the Facility Location

Northern California features diverse attractions including Stanford University, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Oracle Park, alongside natural destinations such as Yosemite Valley and Monterey Bay Aquarium. The region offers scenic experiences like the Skunk Train and Glass Beach, with redwood state parks providing access to towering forest landscapes. Visitors can explore urban attractions at Pier 39 and sports venues like Levi's Stadium, while the area supports activities ranging from wildflower viewing to various outdoor recreational opportunities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care working 10-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for at least 3-4 weekends per month. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing medications for patients requiring acute psychiatric care using the EPIC EMR system. Clinicians collaborate with hospital staff to ensure effective care delivery in the 24/7 hospital environment.

Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: Variable
  • Support Staff: Yes
  • Patient Population: Adults
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
  • Government: No
  • Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
  • Average Length of Stay: Variable
  • Census: Variable
  • Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable
  • Initial Evaluation Time: Variable

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Job Summary


Employment Type
Contract

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Originally Posted on: 4/6/2026