Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Trenton, NJ
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This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id:ORD-229015-MD-NJ Title:MD Dates Needed:January 2027 - Ongoing Shift Type:Day Shift Assignment Type:Inpatient Call Required:No Board Certification Required:Negotiable Job Duration:Locums About the Facility This state psychiatric hospital provides structured inpatient psychiatric services to an adult population within a secure clinical environment. The facility operates an admissions unit serving forensic, civil commitment, and involuntary patients, with an overall census of 310 and a long-term average length of stay. Established clinical protocols and dedicated resources are in place to support continuity of inpatient psychiatric care delivery. About the Facility Location The area carries notable historical significance as the site of a pivotal battle during the American Revolutionary War. Landmarks in the vicinity include the Old Barracks Museum, the New Jersey State Museum, and the State House with its distinctive golden dome. Outdoor recreation is available at Cadwalader Park, and the riverfront ballpark provides options for leisure. Nearby communities such as Bordentown, Yardley, and Lawrence Twp offer additional dining and cultural options, and the area is conveniently situated between New York City and Philadelphia for regional day trips. About the Clinician's Workday Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services for an adult population, working day shifts totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include managing a caseload of 16-20 patients who are seen on a weekly basis within an admissions unit serving forensic, civil commitment, and involuntary cases. This position requires no call coverage. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:16-20 patients, seen weekly Patient Population:Adults Location Type:On-Site Government:No Shift Hours:Full time (40 hours) Cases Treated:Admissions unit;forensic, civil commitments, and involuntary adult inpatient psychiatric cases Average Length of Stay:Long term Census:310 Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details
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