Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California
Los Angeles, CA, 90040, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- locum tenens
- psychiatry
- telehealth
This locum physician role seeks a Psychiatry MD/DO to provide outpatient care in California, focusing on adults with serious mental illness (SMI). The clinician will deliver telehealth services remotely, managing psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-ups using SmartCare EMR. The position offers flexible, short-term assignments with no call requirements and emphasizes timely documentation and professional growth opportunities.
Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: California
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in California!
This Job at a Glance
- Job Reference Id: ORD-207171-MD-CA
- Title: MD
- Dates Needed: Starting March 1st - Ongoing
- Shift Type: Day Shift
- Assignment Type: Outpatient
- Call Required: No
- Board Certification Required: Negotiable
- Job Duration: Locums
A CMH facility that treats adults who are SMI and seeking treatment is seeking a psychiatrist for locum tenens coverage.
About the Facility LocationThe facility is located in Central CA near the Coast.
About the Clinician's WorkdayThe clinician will work remotely for 32-40 hours per week, providing care to an adult patient population using the SmartCare EMR system. They must be technologically proficient to effectively deliver telehealth services and will manage a caseload that includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and followup visits. All documentation must be completed within three business days of each appointment, as no designated administrative time is provided.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 8-10
- Patient Population: Adults
- Call Ratio/Schedule: N/A
- Location Type: On-Site
- Government: No
- Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
- Cases Treated: SMI
- Med Checks/Follow-up per day: 30
- Initial Evaluation Time: 60
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- Build a wide professional network by collaborating with different healthcare teams, opening doors for future career prospects and collaborations.
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