Physician / Psychiatry / Connecticut / Locum tenens / Physician - Psychiatrist Job
BARTON ASSOCIATES
Not Specified, CT, USA
Not Specified, CT, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- psychiatrist
- locum tenens
- psychiatric evaluation
A board-certified Psychiatrist is needed for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut, working Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role requires psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and collaboration with healthcare teams, with a preference for candidates having 5-6 years of experience and BLS certification. This temporary position offers strong compensation, coverage of travel expenses, malpractice insurance, and support from a dedicated recruiter.
We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a 70-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Connecticut. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features an 8a-4:30p schedule every Wednesday and Thursday. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5-6 years of experience and hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Job Details Location: Connecticut Start Date: Jan 5, 2026 LOA: 70 days Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist Schedule: Wednesday & Thursday, 8a-4:30p Responsibilities and Duties Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment for patients Develop individualized treatment plans and manage ongoing care Prescribe and monitor medications as appropriate Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Adhere to all regulatory and facility standards Additional Information Must be licensed to practice in Connecticut Board certification in Psychiatry required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required 5-6 years of psychiatric experience preferred 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.




