Psych Physician Jefferson City, Missouri

Locum Tenens Psychiatrist

Join a dedicated team at a hospital in Jefferson City, MO, providing vital weekend inpatient psychiatric care. This role involves managing an acute behavioral health unit with the support of RNs, technicians, and social workers. Perfect for those who are adaptable and eager to handle weekend and holiday coverage, providing essential patient evaluations and management.

Key Details Assignment Type: Locum Tenens Setting: Inpatient Start Date: ASAP Schedule: Weekends, Friday 5:00 PM Monday 8:00 AM; PTO coverage needed December 28 January 8, consisting of 8:00 AM 5:00 PM coverage followed by call from 5:00 PM 8:00 AM Patient Population: Adults, age 18 and older Location: Jefferson City, MO Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits Weekly direct deposit Malpractice insurance with tail coverage Supportive credentialing assistance Lodging and mileage reimbursement Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities Provide comprehensive evaluations and management for patients in an inpatient acute behavioral health unit Collaborate with RNs, technicians, and social workers to deliver high-quality patient care Manage call coverage during nights and weekends, ensuring continuous patient support

Qualifications Board certification required Missouri State License or willingness to obtain 23 years of preferred inpatient experience in psychiatric care

Working Hours Rotating weekends, Friday 5:00 PM Monday 8:00 AM, and select PTO coverage shifts

Skills Proficiency with EMR, specifically Epic Strong communication and collaborative skills within a multidisciplinary team Ability to manage and evaluate acute psychiatric conditions effectively