Locum Tenens Physician - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for a 24-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This flexible opportunity focuses on youth and adolescent populations, including CSEC patients, and involves working primarily on Fridays with varying hours. Candidates must have practiced and lived exclusively in California for the past five years and bring a minimum of six years of psychiatric experience with adolescents and teens.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
• LOA: 24 weeks
• Provider Type Needed: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
• Schedule: Fridays, hours vary (flexible)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations on each child prior to prescribing psychotropic medications
• Treat mental health disorders in youth and adolescents using medication and psychotherapy
• Coordinate care with Nurse Practitioner and ancillary providers
• Collaborate with support staff to authorize prescription refills and manage medication changes
• Review and approve courses of treatment
• Prepare written medication reviews at least every 45 days
• Attend virtual care coordination meetings
• Respond to urgent patient issues that arise outside of scheduled visits

Additional Information

• Must have practiced and lived only in California for the past 5 years
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a psychiatrist with adolescents, teens, and CSEC patients
• Current California license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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