Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: California
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in California!

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-215071-MD-CA
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Outpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This nonprofit organization operates an outpatient psychiatric facility dedicated to providing mental health services to children and adolescents. The facility maintains a structured schedule that accommodates both onsite and remote care delivery models. The organization seeks board-certified specialists to support its pediatric psychiatric program through locum tenens coverage.

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The clinician will provide comprehensive child and adolescent psychiatric services, including initial evaluations, medication management, and follow-up care for patients ages 4 and older. The position requires onsite presence on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with two additional remote workdays per week, totaling 32 hours. Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is required, and Spanish-speaking ability is preferred to serve the patient population effectively. No call requirements are associated with this outpatient position.

• Case Load/PPD: 6-8
• Support Staff: yes
• Patient Population: Children
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Part time (32 hours)
• Cases Treated: Pediatric and adolescent psychiatric conditions
• Average Length of Stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial Evaluation Time: Variable

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• Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
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• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
• Digital hub for assignment details

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Adjust your work schedule to accommodate personal commitments, hobbies, or pursuits outside of medicine, promoting a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
2. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists across various healthcare settings, gaining insights and perspectives that enrich your professional practice.
3. Maintain a healthier equilibrium between work and personal life, avoiding burnout and stress.
4. Reinvent your career by exploring new specialties or transitioning to different healthcare sectors, seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
5. Tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle, allowing for personal commitments and travel.

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