Locum Tenens Inpatient Psychiatrist (Licensed in Connecticut)

Quick Facts

• Coverage dates: January 4, 2027 – May 31, 2027

• Work week: Sun – Sat

• Setting: Inpatient Psychiatry

• Schedule: First shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (8-hour days)

• Coverage type: Ongoing

• On-call: Required as needed

• Patient volume: Approximately 6–10 patients per day (varies)

• Support staff: APPs, nursing staff, unit technicians

Description

Provide locum tenens coverage for an inpatient psychiatry unit from January 4, 2027 through May 31, 2027, working first shift 8:00 AM–4:30 PM with ongoing coverage and on-call as needed. The role supports the unit’s daily patient load of approximately 6–10 patients per day, with help from APPs, nursing staff, and unit technicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric care during scheduled shift coverage

• Respond to on-call needs as required

• Manage approximately 6–10 patients per day (varies)

Requirements

• Licensed in Connecticut

• Inpatient psychiatry experience