Locums Psychiatry Physician
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We are seeking a Locums Psychiatry Physician for a long-term, part-time opportunity providing psychiatric care to developmentally disabled patients with co-occurring mental health disorders. This position is ideal for a compassionate psychiatrist who enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team and diverse patient population. Position Highlights - Approximately 16 hours per week, with some flexibility - In-person office-based position — no remote option - Long-term opportunity due to the departure of a current provider - Compensation: $ $220 - $230 per hour, depending on experience - Approximately 6–10 patients per 7.5-hour day, depending on new evaluations and follow-ups Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations - Diagnose and provide ongoing medication management - Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances - Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff - Treat adult and pediatric patients with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions - Common diagnoses include anxiety, depression, intermittent explosive disorder, disruptive mood disorder, OCD, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder - Review labs, diagnostic studies, and consultations as appropriate - Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, clinicians, case managers, and other members of the care team - Provide education and support to families and caregivers - Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation - Participate in quality improvement and case review activities as needed - Complete legal or court-related documentation when required, including a small number of JV-220 cases Requirements - Active California Medical License - Board Certified or Board Eligible in Adult and/or Child Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Board certification strongly preferred; Board Eligible candidates will be considered - Board certification must be obtained within 5 years of residency - Must be comfortable treating pediatric patients - Eligible for Medicare and Medi-Cal certification - Authorized to prescribe controlled substances - Flu vaccination required, or approved medical/religious exemption - COVID-19 vaccination required, or approved medical/religious exemption - Ability to document hours through the required timekeeping platform
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