Psychiatric Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OutpatientFacility in Connectic
LocumTenens.com
Rocky Hill, CT, 06067, USA
- Market Salary: $127,120 - $163,400 p/year
- Healthcare
- Full-time
Competitive locum pay with flexible 40-hour schedule across two behavioral health sites in Connecticut. Psychiatric Physician Associate (locum) providing outpatient and residential substance-use/co‑occurring disorder care; Mon/Wed/Fri 8AM–4PM at outpatient clinic, Tue/Thu 7AM–3PM at residential treatment center; ASAP start for ~3 months on-site. - PA licensed to prescribe (state prescriptive authority)
- Experience in adult psychiatry and substance use disorder treatment
- Comfortable managing 8–12 patients/day and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Active PA license and DEA controlled‑substance prescribing credentials
- Availability for full‑time locum (40 hrs/week) for ~3 months
Full description
This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id:
ORD-210692-PA-CT Title:
PA Dates Needed:
ASAP - 3 months Shift Type:
Day Shift Assignment Type:
Outpatient Call Required:
Negotiable Board Certification Required:
No Job Duration:
Locums About the Facility
The facility operates with a psychiatric APRN need across two different locations. One location serves as an outpatient behavioral health clinic offering counseling and support for mental health and substance use needs. The second location functions as a residential treatment facility providing structured care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. About the Facility Location
Connecticut offers diverse recreational opportunities including kayaking through outfitters in Old Lyme and hiking trails throughout various state parks. The state features notable attractions such as Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino and Arena, Yale University, and Mystic Seaport, which showcases the region's maritime heritage through indoor and outdoor experiences. About the Clinician's Workday
The psychiatric physician associate will deliver comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for adults requiring mental health and substance use treatment across two specialized locations. Clinical duties include conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing psychotropic medications while working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8AM-4PM at the outpatient behavioral health clinic, and Tuesday and Thursday from 7AM-3PM at the treatment center. The clinician will see 8-12 patients per day, maintaining detailed documentation and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care delivery throughout both the behavioral health clinic and residential treatment environments.
Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:
8-12 Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support Patient Population:
Adults Location Type:
On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:
Yes Government:
No Shift Hours:
Full time (40 hours) Cases Treated:
Adults requiring mental health and substance use treatment services Average Length of Stay:
Not applicable for outpatient setting Census:
Not applicable for outpatient setting Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols across both clinic locations for ongoing psychiatric care Initial Evaluation Time:
Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessment
Why choose LocumTenens.com?
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
Digital hub for assignment details
ORD-210692-PA-CT Title:
PA Dates Needed:
ASAP - 3 months Shift Type:
Day Shift Assignment Type:
Outpatient Call Required:
Negotiable Board Certification Required:
No Job Duration:
Locums About the Facility
The facility operates with a psychiatric APRN need across two different locations. One location serves as an outpatient behavioral health clinic offering counseling and support for mental health and substance use needs. The second location functions as a residential treatment facility providing structured care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. About the Facility Location
Connecticut offers diverse recreational opportunities including kayaking through outfitters in Old Lyme and hiking trails throughout various state parks. The state features notable attractions such as Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mohegan Sun Casino and Arena, Yale University, and Mystic Seaport, which showcases the region's maritime heritage through indoor and outdoor experiences. About the Clinician's Workday
The psychiatric physician associate will deliver comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for adults requiring mental health and substance use treatment across two specialized locations. Clinical duties include conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing psychotropic medications while working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8AM-4PM at the outpatient behavioral health clinic, and Tuesday and Thursday from 7AM-3PM at the treatment center. The clinician will see 8-12 patients per day, maintaining detailed documentation and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care delivery throughout both the behavioral health clinic and residential treatment environments.
Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:
8-12 Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support Patient Population:
Adults Location Type:
On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:
Yes Government:
No Shift Hours:
Full time (40 hours) Cases Treated:
Adults requiring mental health and substance use treatment services Average Length of Stay:
Not applicable for outpatient setting Census:
Not applicable for outpatient setting Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols across both clinic locations for ongoing psychiatric care Initial Evaluation Time:
Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessment
Why choose LocumTenens.com?
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
Digital hub for assignment details
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