Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for an engaging locum tenens opportunity in California. This assignment begins on Dec 1, 2025, with a minimum contract length of 120 days and offers flexible scheduling for day shifts, Monday through Friday, with the option for a four-day workweek. The Psychiatrist will see primarily adult patients, with a similar need for child and adolescent populations, serving a majority lower-income community.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm; open to four days per week; 12-16 patients per day; 60-90 minutes for new evaluations including dictation; 30 minutes for follow-ups

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care to adult and adolescent patients
• Conduct comprehensive new evaluations with sufficient time for dictation
• Manage a daily caseload of 12-16 patients, focusing on populations with lower income
• Perform 30-minute follow-up appointments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Utilize technology to maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment

Additional Information

• Must hold an active California medical license
• Board certification in Psychiatry required
• Open to new graduates
• Candidates must be tech savvy and comfortable in fast-paced settings
• Credentialing process estimated at 3-4 weeks; start date is flexible
• Will consider filling need with two different Psychiatrists

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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