Inpatient Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Role: Inpatient Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens)
• Location: Newton, Massachusetts
• Start date: June 22, 2026
• Assignment length: Ongoing
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (No call)
• Setting: Inpatient psychiatric unit in an acute care hospital
• Patient population: Adults
• Daily volume: ~8 patients/day
• Unit details: 45-bed unit (average census ~33)

Description

Board-Certified psychiatrists are needed for an inpatient psychiatry locum role in Newton, MA, with a structured weekday schedule and no call. You will manage a diverse adult inpatient caseload and collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team while using Epic EMR for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients
• Manage conditions including bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and personality disorders
• Work with RNs, Mental Health Counselors, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Unit Coordinators
• Document care using Epic EMR

Requirements

• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Active Massachusetts license
• DEA certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates (discussed upon interest)
• Complimentary travel and lodging
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• Structured schedule supporting work-life balance