Physician / Psychiatry / Florida / Locum tenens / Forensic Psychiatrist Locums Job in Northern Florida Job
Jackson + Coker
Chattahoochee, FL, 32324, USA
Chattahoochee, FL, 32324, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Forensic Psychiatrist
- Locum Tenens
- Baker Act Patients
This locum tenens position seeks a Board Certified Forensic Psychiatrist to work in Northern Florida, focusing on patients deemed incompetent to proceed in a structured, team-oriented forensic psychiatric setting. The role involves managing a caseload of Baker Act patients, participating in monthly and annual assessments, and presenting cases in court hearings. The assignment requires a commitment of 6 months to 1 year and provides support such as malpractice insurance and credentialing assistance.
Forensic Psychiatrist Locums Job Northern Florida Jackson and Coker is seeking a Board Certified Psychiatrist for a long-term locums assignment in Northern Florida as soon as they can clear a background screening. This role is ideal for someone with experience working with forensic or incompetent patient populations and who values a structured, team-oriented environment. Patient Population & Clinical Setting: Focus on patients deemed incompetent to proceed Approximately 40 beds are Baker Act patients Unit census: patients Daily caseload varies; typically, patients Monthly meetings with each patient, plus annual assessments Work closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team Court-Related Responsibilities: Two court hearings per month Must be assertive and comfortable presenting cases Present own patients directly to the judge Communicate with guardians for Baker Act patients Candidate Requirements: Board Certified Psychiatrist (Forensic certification preferred but not required) Experience working with forensic or incompetent patient populations Able to commit to a 6-month to 1-year contract Comfortable with a strict 40-hour workweek (no overtime) Logistics: The credentialing timeline should average 1 to 2 months Housing may be provided through the facility with an internal application process, though external housing options may be easier Jackson and Coker offers: + Weekly Direct Deposit + Top Rated Malpractice Insurance + In-House Travel Agency + 24/7 Recruiter Availability + Experienced In-House Privileging Coordinators Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for o




