Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatry Needed in GA
- ID: 205648
- Updated June 4th, 2025
- Job ID 205648
- Job Title Physician - Psychiatry
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Psychiatry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State GA
- Practice Setting Mental Health
- Duration 26 Days
Job Description
Barton Associates is seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a 26-day locum tenens assignment at a mental health facility in Georgia. Starting on 07/07/2025, this position focuses on medication management for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) patients. The flexible schedule allows for either 4 hours every week or 8 hours every other week, between Monday and Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. The psychiatrist will conduct initial evaluations and follow-up appointments, each lasting 30 minutes. Responsibilities include reviewing medical history, post-injury status, and performing psychiatric reviews of symptoms. This opportunity offers the potential for extension and requires an active Massachusetts medical license.
Job Details:
Location: Georgia
Facility Type: Mental Health Facility
Start Date: 07/07/2025
LOA: 26 days
Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
Schedule: Flexible, 4 hours weekly or 8 hours bi-weekly, M-F 9 AM - 5 PM
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide medication management for TBI patient referrals
• Conduct initial evaluations and follow-up appointments (30 minutes each)
• Review medical history and post-injury status
• Perform psychiatric review of symptoms
• Document clinical findings using provided note templates
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records using Office Ally
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures
• Participate in treatment planning and patient care conferences
Additional Information:
• Must be board-certified in Psychiatry
• Active Massachusetts medical license required
• Experience in TBI and medication management preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and facility requirements
Apply now to learn more!
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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased 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