Job Highlights
- Title: Contract Psychiatrist (Outpatient Forensic / Correctional)
- Location: Adult men’s state correctional facility – Corcoran, CA
- Contract Type: 6–12 month relief contract (ASAP start)
- Schedule: In-person, full time, 4x10h or 5x8h Mon-Fri, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. for at least 6 months
- Earning Potential: $655k/year on full-time status
- Setting: Adult men’s outpatient-level psychiatric care in a forensic / correctional environment
- Visa: No visa sponsorship
Top Qualifications
- MD or DO required; Board Certified / Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
- Active California medical license and active California DEA.
- At least 12 months of adult psychiatry experience in the last 3 years (inpatient or high-acuity preferred).
- BLS certification and medical malpractice insurance required.
- Experience in correctional / forensic psychiatry and comfort with high-acuity, justice‑involved patients.
- Familiarity with Cerner EHR.
Role Overview
This assignment is at an adult men’s correctional facility in Corcoran, California, serving patients with outpatient-level psychiatric needs. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing care within a secure, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Details & Requirements
- Orientation: Up to 40 hours of orientation may be required.
- Compliance & Screening:
- Criminal background check required.
- Drug test required.
- CALPERS affidavit required.
- Current state employees are not eligible.
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