Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 25, 2026. This opportunity offers day shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with Sundays required and flexible hours. The role involves travel to various jails within the county, providing clinical leadership and direct mental health care within correctional settings.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Feb 25, 2026
• LOA: 13 weeks
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
• Schedule: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm; Sundays required; flexible hours

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain overall clinical responsibility for mental health programs within the facility
• Oversee completion of mental health screenings and evaluations
• Perform sick call visits and chronic care visits
• Conduct rounds in all units
• Formulate working diagnoses, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate or modify therapeutic regimens to promote positive outcomes
• Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care
• Provide medication management, therapy, and other evidence-based treatment plans to address mental health needs
• Respond to acute mental health crises within the facility
• Support rehabilitation of patients and facilitate successful transitions back into the community
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensure staff responsiveness to patient needs

Additional Information

• Active California medical license required
• Board certification in Psychiatry required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Corrections experience preferred, but not required
• Must be able to travel to different jails within the county
• Background check clearance required prior to start
• Experience with TechCare 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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