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Psychiatrist - (Psych) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Libertyville, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/27/17
Job Category

Physician

Profession

Psychiatry - Adult

Specialty

Shift

8 Hour/Day

Duration

3 Months

Start Date

ASAP

Pay Rate

$140.00 - $155.00

Job Description & Requirements

Psychiatrist - (Psych) Locum Tenens

A Psychiatrist is needed at an outpatient facility in northern Illinois for an immediate and ongoing opportunity. The schedule is Monday-Friday 8:30a-4:30p, no weekends and no call. The facility would prefer a full time provider but will consider a flexible schedule. The physician will see adult patients; perform evaluations, consults, and medication management. The site utilizes EMR's and is willing to train. Call Staff Care today if you would like to hear more about this opportunity.

A psychiatrist (locum tenens) is a mental health professional, who focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating mental illness. After completing medical school, a psychiatrist must also complete a one year internship and three additional years of specialized training as a psychiatric resident. In the treatment of mental illness, a psychiatrist is licensed to prescribe medication. Some conditions requiring medication include; depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. A psychiatrist evaluates patients with mental illness and, in cases where medication is subscribed, often practices medication management.

Required Qualifications

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Preferred Qualifications

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About the Facility

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Facility Location

Located just a few miles west of Lake Michigan and a short drive from the Chicago metro area, Libertyville is an ideal suburban town with a number of attractions to suit the needs of people of all ages. Here you'll find major attractions such as Six Flags Great America and the Chicago Botanical Garden, as well as local attractions like the Libertyville Sports Complex, Lambs Farm, and Historic Downtown Libertyville.

Job Benefits

Staff Care typically arranges medical or dental malpractice insurance for contractor physicians and other specialists with whom we match to client opportunities. In addition, Staff Care locum tenens positions regularly receive highly competitive pay and a dedicated team to handle all travel, lodging, rental, and transportation needs.

About the Company

Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation's leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.