Adult Psychiatrist - Per Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is currently looking for a Board Eligible or Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist to become a part of our team at the Behavioral Medicine Center within the Department of Psychiatry. This role entails providing onsite weekend inpatient care for adult behavioral health units, along with offering concurrent call coverage.

The work schedule can be flexible or set on a regular basis, depending on the needs of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing inpatient rounds and addressing acute psychiatric conditions, either independently or in collaboration with residents and/or nurse practitioners.

• Responding to calls and assisting psychiatric residents in managing cases.

• Working alongside a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure comprehensive care.

• Providing supervision or consultation to residents and/or nurse practitioners when they are present.

The duties may be carried out independently or in partnership with Nurse Practitioners, and in a training environment, may involve working with residents and/or students when available.

About the Location

The community of Loma Linda is recognized as the only Blue Zone in the United States, offering a family-oriented atmosphere with a strong commitment to health and wellness. Situated in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, in the Inland Empire region, Loma Linda is nestled at the base of the San Bernardino mountains, providing easy access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of outdoor activities. This expanding area boasts a low cost of living and excellent educational opportunities in both private and public schools. Faculty members may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting base compensation for this position ranges from $190 to $195 per hour, adjusted based on years of experience and/or faculty rank. This figure represents the base pay only and does not include variable compensation or additional productivity incentives, which are determined by individual department compensation plans. Further details regarding compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Our benefits package includes:

• Generous Retirement Contributions

• Paid Malpractice Insurance

Please note that as a California employer, residency in California is required by the start date. Additionally, this position is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.