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Psychologist - (Psychology) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Public/Community 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 Florence, Arizona, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/17/14
Job Description & Requirements
Psychologist - (Psychology) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 Hour/Day

Correctional facility is looking for a full time psychologist for contract coverage. Provider has the ability to work a flexible schedule starting as early as 7am and ending as late as 7pm. Candidates will be responsible for evaluation of new patients, and ongoing psychological treatment within the correctional treatment team. Psychologist will have a full support staff for assistance, as well as physicians and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Please contact Staff Care for more information on this opportunity.

Generally speaking, a psychologist(locum tenens) focuses on the study of behavior, conducting laboratory experiments, recording and analyzing case histories, and working to explain the reactions of people to objects, people and environments. These scientists often use their insights to help patients adjust to the issues that they perceive as threatening, frightening or anxiety-producing in life. Psychology is a field that is rife with room for specialization, such is the case with fields like experimental and developmental psychology.

Required Qualifications
Candidate must have an active Arizona license.

Preferred Qualifications
Correctional experience is a plus.

Facility Location
With its endless sunshine, spectacular desert landscape and eclectic mix of museums, culture, sport and outdoor adventures, Phoenix is a popular destination any time of the year. Whether shopping, dining, horseback riding or lounging at the pool, this thriving oasis offers an excellent quality of living and career-boosting assignments at its most prestigious facilities.

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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