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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 Keene, New Hampshire, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/24/14
Job Description & Requirements
Psychiatrist - (Psych) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 Hour/Day

Inpatient full time Psychiatrist is needed in New Hampshire for an immediate and ongoing opportunity. Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 am-5 pm, no weekends and no call. The physician will see all types of patients; perform evaluations, consults and medication management. 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
Active New Hampshire state license
Experienced in inpatient treating all types of cases

Preferred Qualifications
Board certified candidates preferred

Facility Location
Keene is home to Antioch University and Keene State College. Perhaps most famously, it is the site of the annual Keene Pumpkin Festival, a huge tourist draw, in which residents try to break the world record for most jack-o-lanterns lit at once. The Keene Music Festival is a perennial hit, with regional and national acts performing. Music is integral to the Keene sensibility, with the city boasting multiple choirs, choruses and orchestras. Be sure to check out downtown Keene's up and coming independent dining options.

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.

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