Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician
Barton Associates
Chattanooga, TN, 37404, USA
Chattanooga, TN, 37404, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Psychiatrist
- Locum Tenens
- Mental Health Physician
This locum tenens position seeks a board-certified or eligible Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric evaluations, follow-up care, and discharge planning for 24 or more patients daily in Tennessee. The role involves Monday to Friday day shifts with flexible hours and participation in an after-hours call pool. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, and PALS, and the assignment lasts 60 days with travel expenses covered and malpractice insurance provided.
We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Tennessee. This role begins on Apr 6, 2026, and features Monday through Friday day shifts with flexible hours. The assignment involves seeing 24 or more patients daily and includes participation in a call pool.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
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.
Job Details
- Location: Tennessee
- Start Date: Apr 6, 2026
- LOA: 60 days
- Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm (flexible); part of call pool from 5pm-8am
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform initial psychiatric evaluations
- Complete follow-up visits and discharge planning
- Conduct weekend on-site rounding as needed
- Manage a high patient volume (24+ patients per day)
- Participate in after-hours call rotation
Additional Information
- Must be licensed to practice in Tennessee
- Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
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.




