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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 Anderson, South Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/18/14
Job Description & Requirements
Psychiatrist - (Psych) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 Hour/Day

Outpatient full time adult Psychiatrist is needed in South Carolina 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 adult 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 South Carolina state license
Experienced in outpatient adult setting

Preferred Qualifications
Board certified candidates

Facility Location
Anderson's two nicknames, "The Electric City" and "The Friendliest City in South Carolina", offer good insight into the nature of this charming town. It's a vibrant city nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is chock full of shopping, outdoors and dining possibilities. Seasonal and annual events take place downtown, such as a Chili Cook-Off and a Christmas Parade. It's easy to see why Anderson was named "All-America City" in 2000.

Job Benefits
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation #39;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.

About the Company
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation #39;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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