Physician - Primary Care Physician

Primary Care Physician

Astrya Global, a San Diego-based medical staffing agency, is hiring a Primary Care Physician for a psychiatric hospital in Salem, Oregon. This is a Monday through Friday locum tenens position with no nights, weekends, or call responsibilities. The caseload is very manageable, and the credentialing process is quick and efficient.

Compensation: $7,000 per week

Location: Salem, OR

Setting: Psychiatric Hospital

Term: 4 months with option to extend

Shift: MondayFriday, Day Shift

Benefits Package:

• Competitive weekly pay- $7,000 per week
• Monday through Friday schedule, no weekends or call
• Easy credentialing process
• Travel and malpractice insurance included

Qualifications:

• Board Certification preferred, but Board Eligible accepted
• Oregon medical license (required prior to start)
• Experience in psychiatric or inpatient settings is a plus
• Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide general medical care to adult psychiatric inpatients across 24 residential units
• See 26 patients per day in an on-site ambulatory-style clinic
• Provide unit-based medical coverage as needed, with on-unit exam rooms
• Always accompanied by unit or security staff during patient interactions
• Coordinate care with psychiatric providers, nurses, and ancillary staff
• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely
• Ensure continuity of care and follow-up for chronic and acute medical conditions
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and medical standards