Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient FacilityinSomerville,NJ

This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id:
ORD-MD-NJ
Title:
MD
Dates Needed:
April 27th Onwards
Shift Type:
Day Shift
Assignment Type:
Inpatient
Call Required:
Yes
Board Certification Required:
Negotiable
Job Duration:
Locums
About the Facility
The Regional Medical Center operates as a comprehensive healthcare facility providing specialized psychiatric services through a dedicated inpatient behavioral health unit. The facility maintains modern documentation systems and established protocols for psychiatric care delivery, offering both inpatient psychiatric treatment and consultation liaison services to support the broader medical hospital operations.
About the Facility Location
The region offers year-round activities and outdoor recreation opportunities. Regional attractions include various entertainment options and cultural activities. The area provides access to coastal destinations and recreational facilities for residents and visitors seeking diverse experiences.
About the Clinician's Workday
The psychiatrist will evaluate, manage, treat, and discharge psychiatric patients on an inpatient psychiatric unit while maintaining the ability to manage complex psychiatric conditions. The clinician must work collaboratively with treatment teams and may be asked to provide coverage for consultation liaison services to the medical hospital. Daily responsibilities include seeing patients, developing comprehensive treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care through detailed documentation and coordination with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD:
12-14
Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
Patient Population:
Adults
Location Type:
On-Site
Government:
No
Shift Hours:
Full time (40 hours)
Cases Treated:
Adult inpatient psychiatric conditions and consultation liaison services
Average Length of Stay:
Variable based on patient complexity and treatment needs
Census:
Variable based on facility capacity
Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols for inpatient psychiatric unit
Initial Evaluation Time:
Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for inpatient admissions
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