Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent in Missouri

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Location: Missouri
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 12/7/2026

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist for an outpatient locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This 24-day role involves working one day per week, preferably Monday or Tuesday from 8am to 5pm, with potential for additional days. The Physician will manage 5-10 patients daily, focusing on initial evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct initial evaluations and follow-up appointments.
• Manage medication, including initiation, titration, and tapering of psychotropic medications.
• Provide psychotherapy services.
• Oversee cases involving psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse/dual diagnosis.
• Address personality disorders, suicidal/homicidal ideation, trauma-related disorders, cognitive impairment, developmental disorders, and eating disorders in an outpatient setting.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Psychiatry
• EMR: TrueBridge
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Call Schedule: No Call
• Patients per Day: 5-10
• LOA: 24 Days
• Staffing Mix: Fully staffed clinic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities