Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician
Integrity Locums
Mason, TN, 38049, USA
Mason, TN, 38049, USA
- Healthcare
- psychiatrist
- mental health physician
- DSM diagnosis
The Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician provides clinical psychiatric services including DSM diagnosis, medication management, counseling, and participation in civil commitment proceedings. The role involves supervising mental health staff, developing treatment programs, and ensuring operational efficiency while maintaining on-call availability. Candidates must have at least five years of clinical experience, hold an advanced degree in psychology or a related field, and possess relevant licensure and certifications.
Coverage Needed
- Start Date: 12/08/2025
- End Date: 07/04/2026
- Schedule: 20 hours/week, 2 days per week
Clinical Details
- Participate in civil commitment proceedings
- Assess and provide DSM diagnosis
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
- Provide counseling and disease process management
- Supervise and mentor mental health staff
- Evaluate and recommend methods for improving operational efficiency
- Accept on-call status
- Provide direct casework services and counseling
- Assist in developing treatment and therapeutic programs
- Prepare progress reports and discharge recommendations
- Serve as mental health staff liaison
Requirements
- Five (5) years of clinical experience, including two (2) years in a comparable position
- Graduate from an accredited college or university with an advanced degree in psychology or a related clinical area
- A valid driver's license
- Active TN License
- US Citizenship required for ICE clearance
- BLS




