Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatry Needed in MO

Job Description

 We are seeking a skilled Psychiatrist for a 140-day locum tenens assignment at a forensic inpatient hospital in Missouri. The ideal candidate will provide care for severely mentally ill patients, starting 06/16/2025. This role involves managing an average of 40 patients across two wards, with diagnoses including Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse Disorders, and Paraphilia. The position requires a 40-hour work week, with no on-call, weekend, or holiday duties unless desired. Responsibilities include monthly patient visits, completing patient notes, and managing NGRI and SVP status patients. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a specialized setting with potential for extension.

Job Details:

Location: Missouri

Facility Type: Hospital (Forensic Inpatient)

Start Date: 06/16/2025

LOA: 140 days

Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide psychiatric care for severely mentally ill patients
• Manage an average caseload of 40 patients across two wards
• Conduct monthly patient visits and additional visits as needed
• Complete patient notes, including monthly summaries and annual reviews
• Assess and manage patients with NGRI (Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity) and SVP (Sexually Violent Predator) status
• Diagnose and treat various mental health conditions, including Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Substance Abuse Disorders
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Adhere to all facility protocols and safety procedures

Additional Information:

• Active Missouri medical license required
• Experience in forensic psychiatry preferred
• Strong ability to work independently and make clinical decisions
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients and staff
• Flexibility to adapt to the unique challenges of a forensic inpatient setting

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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