Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatrist Physician for a 120-day assignment in California, starting Sep 14, 2026. This role involves comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and patient education, with a flexible schedule covering 36 to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and establish treatment plans.
• Perform medication management, dosage adjustments, and ongoing follow-up visits.
• Assess laboratory results, diagnostic testing, and medical history to guide treatment decisions.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, and care coordinators in an integrated care model.
• Provide crisis assessments and determine the need for higher levels of psychiatric care or specialty referrals.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and preventive behavioral health strategies.
• Document encounters in the EMR while maintaining accurate, timely medical records.
• Participate in quality assurance, peer review, and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Assist with development and refinement of behavioral health policies, protocols, and clinical workflows.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Psychiatry required.
• EMR: eClinicalWorks
• Experience managing a diverse range of psychiatric conditions including mood, anxiety, psychotic, and substance use disorders, as well as complex psychosocial needs of Native American and underserved rural populations.

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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