Locums Psychiatrist Needed in PA - Call Only
San Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Location
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/26/24
Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital seeking BC Psychiatrist for call coverage:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for 24-hour call coverage for a 2-week rotation each month, with flexibility depending on weekend call schedules. As part of a collaborative team, you will work alongside a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to manage the psychiatric care of adult patients.
24-hour call coverage, 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off, with potential adjustments based on weekend call schedule rotation (e.g., 12 or 14 days depending on the rotation).
Total coverage required: 2 weeks per month.
•Ability to manage psychiatric emergencies and overnight call responsibilities, including restraint orders and emergency medication management.
•Experience in inpatient psychiatric care for adults.
•Familiarity with EMR systems, preferably Cerner.
•Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
Credentialing Timeframe: Full Privileges 60-90 days but temps in 2-3 weeks
The ideal candidate will be responsible for 24-hour call coverage for a 2-week rotation each month, with flexibility depending on weekend call schedules. As part of a collaborative team, you will work alongside a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to manage the psychiatric care of adult patients.
24-hour call coverage, 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off, with potential adjustments based on weekend call schedule rotation (e.g., 12 or 14 days depending on the rotation).
Total coverage required: 2 weeks per month.
•Ability to manage psychiatric emergencies and overnight call responsibilities, including restraint orders and emergency medication management.
•Experience in inpatient psychiatric care for adults.
•Familiarity with EMR systems, preferably Cerner.
•Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
Credentialing Timeframe: Full Privileges 60-90 days but temps in 2-3 weeks
Job Responsibilities
• Patient population/age: adult
• Department description: Psychiatry
• EMR: Cerner
• Hospital bed size: 26
• Skills required: Responsible for overnight call (admission orders and to address any other emergent issues- restraint, need orders, etc.).
Qualifications
State License: Valid PA medical license
DEA
Experience: 1-2 years of relevant psychiatric experience
Working Hours
24-hour call coverage, 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off, with potential adjustments based on weekend call schedule rotation (e.g., 12 or 14 days depending on the rotation).
Total coverage required: 2 weeks per month.
Skills
•Experience in inpatient psychiatric care for adults.
•Familiarity with EMR systems, preferably Cerner.
•Strong communication and team collaboration skills.