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

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: South Carolina
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 South Carolina!

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-212421-MD-SC
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: No
• Job Duration: Locums

This inpatient facility specializes in providing comprehensive psychiatric services for children and adolescents requiring hospitalization. The facility maintains a census of approximately 15 patients and operates with established protocols to ensure quality psychiatric care delivery. The organization provides a structured therapeutic environment focused on treating acute psychiatric conditions in pediatric populations.

South Carolina offers diverse regional attractions including historic tours, outdoor recreation opportunities, and cultural festivals throughout the year. The state features walkable downtown areas and natural attractions suitable for various outdoor activities. Visitors can experience renowned culinary scenes and visit various cultural attractions, with favorable seasonal conditions for year-round activities.

The clinician will provide comprehensive psychiatric care for child and adolescent patients in an inpatient setting during day shift hours. Responsibilities include conducting daily patient rounds on approximately 15 patients, performing psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing medications. The position involves working collaboratively with the inpatient psychiatric team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Case Load/PPD: 15
• Support Staff: Entire medical team and Nursing
• Patient Population: Children
• Call Ratio/Schedule: none
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated: Child and adolescent psychiatric conditions requiring inpatient care
• Average Length of Stay: Variable
• Census: 15
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Not applicable
• Initial Evaluation Time: Not applicable

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