Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in MA
- ID: 214889A
- Updated February 17th, 2026
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- Job ID 214889A
- Job Title Physician - Psychiatrist
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Psychiatry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State MA
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 60 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Psychiatrist to join our client's team in Massachusetts for a 60-day assignment, beginning Apr 20, 2026. This role involves inpatient psychiatry within an acute psychiatric unit, where you will be seeing 6-10 patients per shift, focusing on various psychiatric conditions and potentially performing treatments, all while adhering to a Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM schedule.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide inpatient psychiatry services in an acute psychiatric unit.
- Manage a caseload of 6-10 patients per shift.
- Address various clinical areas including anxiety disorders, affective disorder, ADD/ADHD, personality disorders, eating disorders, development disorders, psychotic disorders, and organic disorders.
- Demonstrate familiarity with involuntary commitments, seclusion therapy, and restraint application.
- Utilize treatment techniques such as pharmacotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, and ECT.
Additional Information
- Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry required.
- EMR System: Cerner
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