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Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Needed for Locums Coverage at Inpatient Facilityin Elizabeth, NJ

LocumTenens.com
Jackson, NJ, 08527, USA
  • Healthcare
  • Full-time
Our job summary
Work day shifts, no call — focused inpatient child/adolescent psychiatry with 13 acute beds. Locum Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist, day shift, full-time 40 hrs/week onsite at inpatient behavioral health unit in Elizabeth, NJ. Assignment: locums from Mar 27–Oct 25. Treats ages 6–17; census 25–30; acute and intermediate care. - MD/DO with state licensure (NJ) required - Experience in child/adolescent inpatient psychiatry - Comfort managing meds for acute/intermediate cases - Ability to handle 13 daily acute patient notes and 3/week intermediate notes - DEA registration or ability to obtain one
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This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-209034-MD-NJ
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: March 27th - October 25th
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: Negotiable
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

The facility serves as a major center for comprehensive health services for residents of Central New Jersey. It operates as a Catholic teaching medical center featuring a specialized Behavioral Health Unit dedicated to pediatric and adolescent psychiatric care.

About the Facility Location

New Jersey offers diverse recreational opportunities along its coastline including the Atlantic City Boardwalk, Ocean City Boardwalk, and Belmar Beach. The state features educational attractions such as the Liberty Science Center and Adventure Aquarium, while Liberty State Park provides access to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

About the Clinician's Workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care for patients ages 6-17 in a dedicated inpatient behavioral health unit. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing medications for acute and intermediate psychiatric conditions. The role involves treating a census of 25-30 patients with 13 acute beds requiring daily documentation and intermediate beds requiring 3 notes per week. The position operates during day shift hours with no call requirements, allowing for focused patient care and treatment planning.


Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: 13
  • Support Staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
  • Patient Population: Children
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Government: No
  • Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
  • Cases Treated: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; Acute and Intermediate
  • Census: 25-30

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