Locum Tenens Physician - Psychologist Needed in Massachusetts

We are seeking a Psychologist in Massachusetts for a 90-day assignment focusing on comprehensive psychiatric assessments and psychological testing to identify behavioral patterns. This role offers flexibility with both full-time (40 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 5 PM) and part-time (24 hours per week) schedules.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
• Perform psychological testing to assist in the diagnostic process.
• Research and identify behavioral or emotional patterns of patients.
• Document utilizing the hospital electronic medical records.
• Initiate Treatment Team risk assessment and review.
• Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Collaborate with Department of Mental Health clinical team.
• Collaborate with the Independent Forensic Review evaluators.
• Collaborate with the unit’s attorney, court liaison staff, and the legal system.
• Monitor the legal status of patients and provide the treatment team with updates.
• Provide individual and/or group therapy to patients as needed.
• May be called upon to provide training to staff when needed.

Additional Information

• EMR: Cerner
• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: No Call
• Patients per day: 24
• LOA: 90 Days
• Staffing Mix: RNs- 4, Office Staff- 2

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities