Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage in California

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Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage in California

Friant, CA
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About the job

This facility offers forensic psychiatric services in a community setting, providing mental health care for adults. The role involves inpatient evaluations, medication management, and provides flexible, ongoing locum work in California, supporting clinicians with resources and a dedicated team.

Requirements

  • Prescriptive authority
  • Full-time onsite work
  • Psychiatric evaluation skills
  • Medication management experience

Qualifications

  • Board certification negotiable
  • Experience in forensic psychiatry
  • California medical license
  • Full-time availability

Full job description

This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-CA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: August 31, 2026 - Ongoing (1-year commitment)
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: Negotiable
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This community mental health facility provides forensic psychiatric services for adult patients within a correctional setting. The facility maintains dedicated support staff and established clinical protocols to support the delivery of forensic psychiatric care. Locum tenens coverage is sought on a long-term, ongoing basis beginning August 31, 2026.

About the Facility Location

California offers a range of experiences suited to diverse interests, from coastal destinations to natural landmarks and cultural attractions. The state encompasses varied landscapes and communities, providing access to outdoor recreation, entertainment, and cultural events throughout the region. Clinicians on assignment will find year-round activities accessible across the state.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide full-time onsite forensic psychiatric services for adult patients during day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week, on-site at a correctional facility. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for adults within the forensic inpatient setting. No call requirements are associated with this assignment.


Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: 8-10
  • Support Staff: yes
  • Patient Population: Adults
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
  • Government: No
  • Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
  • Cases Treated: Adult forensic 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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