Psych Physician - Salem, Massachusetts
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Job Description Join a dynamic inpatient psychiatric unit caring for children and adolescents ages 3‑18. You’ll round daily on a 5‑day, 8‑hour schedule, providing expert evaluation and treatment for depression, suicide risk, PTSD, personality disorders, and behavioral challenges. Flexible coverage dates are available, and you’ll collaborate with a supportive team of physicians and nurse practitioners. Key Details - Assignment Type: Locum Tenens - Setting: Inpatient - Start Date: ASAP - Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5 × 8) – coverage dates include Nov 30‑Dec 4; Dec 28‑Jan 1; Jan 11‑15; Jan 25‑29; Feb 22‑26; Mar 8‑12 - Patient Population: Pediatric (ages 3‑18) - Location: Salem, MA - Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non‑local candidates Benefits - Weekly direct deposit - Malpractice insurance with tail coverage - Supportive credentialing assistance - Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable) - Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable) Job Responsibilities - Round on the inpatient psychiatric floor, evaluating and treating patients ages 3‑18 with suicide risk, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, and defiance. - Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members. - Document all assessments, orders, and progress notes in Epic. - Participate in daily team huddles, case conferences, and discharge planning. - Ensure patient safety and adherence to hospital policies and state regulations. Qualifications - Board certification in Psychiatry (required). - Active Massachusetts medical license and DEA registration. - BLS certification. - Minimum of 1 year of post‑training clinical experience, preferably with pediatric or adolescent populations. - Ability to complete credentialing within 90 days. Working Hours - 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (8 AM – 5 PM). - Coverage required for the specific date blocks listed above. - First 8 hours of orientation are non‑billable; overtime paid at the regular rate; holidays at 1.4× rate. Skills - Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills for pediatric psychiatry. - Proficiency with Epic EMR. - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. - Ability to manage a daily census of approximately 10 patients. - Compassionate, patient‑centered care approach. Working Hours: Nights
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