Psychiatry Physician

Psychiatrist Consult/Liaison (Hospital-Based)

Location:

Santa Barbara, California A hospital-based program in

Santa Barbara, CA

is seeking a

Psychiatrist

to provide

consult/liaison psychiatric services for hospitalized patients . This opportunity supports inpatient medical teams by evaluating and managing patients experiencing psychiatric conditions during hospitalization. Position Overview

The Psychiatrist will provide consultative psychiatric care for hospitalized patients and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care teams. The role focuses on evaluating psychiatric needs within the medical setting and supporting safe, coordinated patient care. Schedule

7 days on / 7 days off

Day shift:

7:30 AM 5:30 PM

Overnight call:

5:30 PM 7:30 AM

Overnight call approximately

2 3 times per week

Key Responsibilities

Provide

consult/liaison psychiatric services

for hospitalized patients

Conduct

psychiatric evaluations

and recommend treatment plans for inpatients

Manage

acute psychiatric conditions

and perform risk assessments

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams

Participate in

multidisciplinary rounds and care planning

Document patient encounters, findings, and interventions in the

electronic medical record

Communicate with families and outpatient providers to support continuity of care

Participate in

shift handoffs

and provide updates to incoming staff

Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

MD or DO

with completion of an

accredited Psychiatry residency

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

Active

California medical license

or ability to obtain

Experience in

consult/liaison psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, or hospital-based psychiatry

preferred

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital environment

Additional Information

Coverage role supporting a

consult/liaison psychiatric service

Physicians may cover

one rotation per month

depending on availability

Opportunity to work within a

collaborative hospital-based care team

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