Locum Tenens Physician - Psychiatrist Needed in MO

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatrist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Mar 2, 2026. This rewarding role features a Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM schedule at a state-of-the-art minimum security state hospital, providing psychiatric care to a stable inpatient forensic population.

Job Details

• Location: Missouri
• Facility Type: Minimum Security State Hospital
• Start Date: Mar 2, 2026
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide psychiatric care for patients across a locked unit and a restrictive cottage setting
• Collaborate with a Nurse Practitioner to manage caseloads efficiently
• Maintain consistent, long-term patient relationships due to low admit and discharge rates (1-3 patients per month)
• Complete weekly notes for the first 8 weeks post-admission, then monthly notes thereafter
• Oversee guardianship processes and support holistic patient care
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team, including cross-coverage for other units
• Work with patient populations adjudicated as Permanently Incompetent to Stand Trial (PIST) and Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI)

Additional Information

• Experience in inpatient forensic settings is helpful but not required
• Must hold a valid Missouri license

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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