Locum Tenens Psychiatrist

Quick Facts

• Unit hours: 7 am – 5 pm; rounding typically 8:30 am – 4 pm
• Average patient load: ~12 patients per shift
• Setting: Acute inpatient psychiatric unit
• Procedures: Psychiatric H&Ps
• Required care: Involuntary commitments, seclusion therapy, and restraints
• Therapies: Pharmacotherapy required; group and family therapy preferred
• Coverage: Recurring vacation coverage across multiple periods

Description

Locum tenens assignment for a psychiatrist in Minnesota. The role provides daytime coverage for an acute inpatient psychiatric unit with an average caseload of about 12 patients per shift. Responsibilities include psychiatric evaluations, pharmacotherapy, and handling involuntary commitments, seclusion therapy, and restraints, with group and family therapy preferred.

Benefits

• Negotiated pay with weekly deposits
• Complimentary housing and travel
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• Simplified credentialing and privileging process
• Online portal for assignment details and time entry
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