Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Residential Treatment Facility Near St. Cloud, Minnesota

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-216628-MD-MN Title: MD Dates Needed: August, ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Residential Treatment Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This residential treatment facility provides comprehensive psychiatric care for children and adolescents, combining clinical services with on-site educational programming to support both developmental and therapeutic goals. The facility serves a high-acuity patient population with referrals drawn from public school systems, family sources, and state custody placements. A multidisciplinary approach guides treatment delivery within a structured therapeutic environment. About the Facility Location The area near St. Cloud, Minnesota offers a range of outdoor and recreational opportunities, including parks, trails, and access to river and lake areas. The surrounding area supports a variety of activities for those who enjoy outdoor recreation, community events, and cultural experiences throughout the year. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide part-time psychiatric care in a residential treatment setting, working 12 hours per week during day shift hours. Patient acuity levels consistently exceed typical benchmarks for residential programs, with referrals originating through multiple pathways including public school systems, family referrals, and state custody placements. The clinician will conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide medication management for children and adolescents in a structured therapeutic environment that incorporates on-site educational services. Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is required, and call coverage is required for this position. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: Variable Patient Population: Children Location Type: On-Site Government: No Shift Hours: Part time (12 hours) Cases Treated: High-acuity child and adolescent psychiatric conditions in a residential treatment setting Average Length of Stay: Variable Census: Variable Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Not applicable Initial Evaluation Time: Not applicable Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details Employment Type: Part Time