Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in CA

  • ID: 208221
  • Updated July 30th, 2025

  • Job ID 208221
  • Job Title Physician - Psychiatrist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Psychiatry
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Correctional Facility
  • Duration 65 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 65-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role commences on Sep 17, 2025, offering day shifts from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm. The successful candidate will be pivotal in managing and overseeing mental health programs within correctional facilities.

Job Details
  • Location: California
  • Start Date: Sep 17, 2025
  • LOA: 65 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Maintain clinical responsibility for mental health programs within the facility.
  • Oversee mental health screenings and evaluations.
  • Conduct sick call and chronic care visits.
  • Perform rounds in all units.
  • Formulate diagnoses, develop treatment plans, and modify therapeutic regimens.
  • Coordinate and lead educational training on mental health care.
  • Provide medication management and therapy.
  • Respond to acute mental health crises.
  • Support patient rehabilitation and community reintegration.
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.

Additional Information
  • Board certification in Psychiatry required.
  • Experience in corrections preferred but not mandatory.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

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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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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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