Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in CA
- ID: 216459A
- Updated March 30th, 2026
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- Job ID 216459A
- Job Title Physician - Psychiatrist
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Psychiatry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CA
- Practice Setting Mental Health
- Duration 120 Days
Job Description
Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves providing care to adult and potentially child/adolescent patients, focusing on evaluations and follow-ups within standard daytime shifts, typically seeing 12-16 patients per day.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide psychiatric care primarily to adult patients, many from lower-income backgrounds.
- Manage a patient panel of 12-16 patients per day.
- Conduct new patient evaluations, allowing 60-90 minutes for comprehensive assessment and dictation.
- Perform follow-up appointments, scheduled for 30 minutes each.
- Opportunity to support child and adolescent patient needs, maintaining a similar patient volume.
Additional Information
- Board Certification in Psychiatry required.
- Experience with the Valant EMR system is preferred.
- Provide care for moderately to severely mentally ill patients with conditions including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.
- Typical shift hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided