Psychiatrist Locum Coverage – Inpatient Unit | Newark, NJ
$220 to $240 hourly
About this job
Location: Newark, NJ Start Date: April 1, 2026 Duration: Ongoing until position filled Schedule & Setting - Inpatient Psychiatry Unit - Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Rotating weekend coverage - Morning unit huddle begins at 9:00 AM - Court appearances for involuntary patients every other Friday (on-site) - Weekend call coverage limited to assigned coverage days (nights covered by nocturnist) Patient Volume - Average daily census: 15 patients Clinical Responsibilities - Complete admission psychiatric evaluations - Provide daily patient updates and management - Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings - Court participation for involuntary commitment cases Practice Model - Solo provider on assigned unit - Additional psychiatric providers available within division - Collaborative support with Advanced Practice Provider Support Staff - 1 Psychiatric APN - Medical Director available for collaboration EMR - EPIC (hospital and clinic utilize same system) Requirements - Board Certified Psychiatrist required
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