Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Psychiatry Needed in NM

Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatry Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. Starting Jan 5, 2026, this role offers weekday day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing behavioral health care for both children and adults. The assignment involves medication management, including suboxone, in a rural health FQHC setting.

Job Details

• Location: New Mexico
• Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatry Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide behavioral health services (bread and butter behavioral health)
• Prescribe medications for pediatric and adult patients
• Manage suboxone treatment plans
• Deliver care in a rural health FQHC environment

Additional Information

• New Mexico license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC) preferred
• Experience in rural health FQHC settings is highly valued

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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