Psychiatrist - Lancaster, California

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Psychiatrist in Lancaster, California. This is a locum tenens position (6 months to 1 year) providing child and adolescent psychiatric services for our client's community-based mental health program.

This position can be 50% telemedicine.
Position Summary:

The program provides comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, families, and caregivers who are in or at risk of out-of-home placements. Services include assessment, consultation, outpatient and field-based care, crisis intervention, and both individual and group therapy.

Assignment Details:
• Location: Lancaster, California
• Setting: Outpatient and field-based
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, business hours (flexible)
• Duration: Ongoing assignment
• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, paid weekly

Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management, including prescriptions, renewals, and monitoring for continuity of care.
• Deliver psychiatric care to children and adolescents within the child welfare system; conduct field visits when clinically indicated.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment teams and provide consultation to other clinicians regarding co-occurring disorders and client care.
• Coordinate with referral sources and external agencies to ensure integrated care and appropriate case management.
• Attend Child and Family Team meetings as needed.
• Identify and refer clients with medical issues to appropriate healthcare providers.
• Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling when required.

Qualifications:
• Board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist (MD or DO).
• Active California medical license.
• Experience with child and adolescent populations, preferably within community or county-based programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Computer proficiency and timely documentation skills.

Vivo HealthStaff offers:

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Fully digital onboarding and credentialing
• Credentialing assistance and compliance support
• Experienced recruiter and account management team dedicated to your placement

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff specializes in permanent and contract recruitment for healthcare organizations across the United States. Since 2016, we have partnered with hospitals, clinics, and government programs to provide experienced and culturally competent healthcare professionals.