This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id:
ORD-219128-MD-NY
Title:
MD
Dates Needed:
October 1, 2026 - February 1, 2027
Shift Type:
Day Shift; Call
Assignment Type:
Inpatient
Call Required:
Yes
Board Certification Required:
Negotiable
Job Duration:
Locums
About the Facility
This community hospital seeks a Psychiatrist for adult inpatient psychiatric coverage on a locum tenens basis. The facility maintains a structured inpatient environment supported by a multidisciplinary clinical team to ensure continuity of care for the adult population served. Clinical protocols are established to support the delivery of comprehensive inpatient psychiatric services.
About the Facility Location
New York State offers regional attractions and year-round activities suited to a range of interests. Outdoor recreation, cultural venues, and diverse communities are accessible throughout the state, providing clinicians with options for both leisure and professional engagement during their assignment.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients, working Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management for the adult inpatient population, with an average of 5-10 patients per day. Rotating call and weekend coverage are required for this assignment. The support team includes 2 MDs and 1 NP.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD:
5-10
Support Staff:
2 MDs, 1 NP
Patient Population:
Adults
Call Ratio/Schedule:
TBD
Location Type:
On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required:
Yes
Government:
No
Shift Hours:
Full time (40 hours)
Cases Treated:
Adult inpatient psychiatric conditions
Average Length of Stay:
Variable
Census:
Variable
Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Not applicable
Initial Evaluation Time:
Not applicable
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