Telemedicine Psychiatrist - Locum

This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-VT
Title: MD
Dates Needed: ASAP for 3-6 months
Shift Type: Day Shift
Assignment Type: Residential Treatment
Call Required: Negotiable
Board Certification Required: Yes
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility This residential treatment facility is located in Northern Vermont and provides structured psychiatric services for young adults in a supportive residential environment. The facility maintains an average census of 10 patients with an average length of stay of 6-7 months, focusing on substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, and related mental health conditions. Services are delivered via telehealth, allowing clinicians to support patient care remotely within this residential treatment model.
About the Facility Location Vermont offers diverse regional attractions suited to a range of interests, including scenic landscapes, lakes, and cultural venues. The state hosts events throughout the year such as concert series, art exhibitions, fairs, and festivals. Visitors may also explore local food and beverage experiences, including wine, cider, and brewery tours.
About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatrist will provide part-time telehealth psychiatric care for young adults in a residential treatment setting during day shifts totaling 12 hours per week. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for patients with substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and conditions related to transition into independent living. The clinician will deliver services via telehealth to patients residing in the residential facility, with an average census of 10 and a caseload of approximately 5 patients per day. Prescriptive authority is required for this position, and call requirements are negotiable.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: Around 5 PPD
Patient Population: Adults
Location Type: Telehealth
Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
Government: No
Shift Hours: Part time (12 hours)
Cases Treated: Substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and transition into independent living
Average Length of Stay: 6-7 months
Census: 10
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