Physician / Psychiatry

Are you an experienced psychiatrist looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in Idaho? We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to provide coverage for an inpatient behavioral health unit. This position offers a dynamic work environment, with a variety of psychiatric cases and the chance to work closely with a team of professionals.Assignment Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Location: Near Grace, ID
• Position Type: Locum Tenens
• Specialty: Psychiatry
• Practice Setting: Inpatient Behavioral HealthKey Responsibilities:
  • Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult patients.
  • Meet with assigned patients and attend treatment team meetings daily.
  • Assess and manage psychiatric emergencies and treatment needs for patients, including potential admits.
  • Supervise and collaborate with a mid-level provider (APP).
  • Ensure safe and effective medication management, including psychopharmacology and emergency interventions when necessary.
  • Manage psychiatric patients in a unit that includes a range of psychiatric conditions.
  • Participate in call coverage after hours for emergency needs, including patient admits and acute psychiatric interventions.Required Qualifications:
    • Board Certification: Psychiatry
    • Experience: At least 2-3 years of clinical experience in inpatient psychiatry.
    • Licensure: Licensed in Idaho or IMLC.
    • Other Certifications: BLS required. ACLS, ATLS, PALS not required.
    • Fellowship: Preferred, but not required.Patient and Workload Details:
      • Patients per Shift: 9-10, with potential for 14-19 with APP support.
      • Bed Capacity: 19 beds in the behavioral health unit.
      • Support Staff: 1 PA/NP, 2 RNs.Schedule & Call Details:
        • Schedule: Provider will work a 7-day shift from 7 AM to 7 AM.
        • Call: The provider will be on call in the evenings and weekends for emergency psychiatric needs, including consultations and patient admissions.
        • Call Response Time: 45 minutes.Additional Information:
          • The facility uses the Epic EMR system.
          • Temporary privileges available.
          • Competitive compensation and travel reimbursement options available.If you are interested in this exciting locum tenens opportunity in Idaho, apply now using reference Job ID # j- . We look forward to discussing this position with you!