PRN Physician (Inpatient Psychiatry Coverage)

Quick Facts

• Role: PRN Physician (inpatient medical coverage for adult mental health residents)
• Coverage scope: Admissions, clinical evaluations, documentation, urgent/emergency response, and on-call support
• Shift: Overnight in-house, 5:00 pm – 8:00 am
• Availability: Monday to Thursday
• Procedures: No invasive procedures required

Description

Provide comprehensive medical coverage for adult inpatient mental health residents, including initial history and physicals, admission evaluations, individualized treatment recommendations, and ongoing follow-up. Serve as the urgent responder with on-call coverage during your shift via phone or pager, including hourly assessments for restrained patients (maximum order length 4 hours) and coordination of referrals/transfers to acute care hospitals when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial history and physical examinations; evaluate patients for admission as needed
• Establish diagnoses, devise individualized treatment plans, and make treatment recommendations
• Order necessary laboratory studies
• Provide ongoing follow-up evaluations and care
• Document exam results, clinical assessments, and treatment plans in the medical record
• Respond promptly to resident emergencies; consult with attending physicians as necessary
• Coordinate referrals or transfers to acute care hospitals when required
• Provide initial evaluation and care for employee work-related injuries prior to hospital referral
• Review and sign restraint or seclusion orders in compliance with regulatory and facility guidelines
• Provide on-call services during your shift via phone or pager (restraint assessments and urgent triage for falls/emergencies)

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license
• Current DEA registration
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Strong clinical judgment and clear communication skills
• Ability to manage emergent situations calmly

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling in advance, with quarterly schedule notice
• 24/7 scheduling support
• PRN shifts based on availability
• Electronic schedule for convenient viewing