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Inpatient Psychiatrist Jobs – Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity in Atlantic City, New Jersey

Join a hospital-based psychiatric emergency screening center in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as an Inpatient Psychiatrist providing overnight crisis care for adult and pediatric patients. This locum tenens psychiatry opportunity is ideal for a physician experienced in emergency psychiatry, psychiatric evaluations, disposition planning, medication management, and teaching psychiatry residents. Atlantic City offers a vibrant coastal setting with beaches, boardwalk attractions, dining, and convenient access to the greater New Jersey region.

Locum Tenens Psychiatrist Job Details

• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens psychiatry
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based psychiatric emergency room and psychiatric screening center
• Location: Atlantic City, New Jersey
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Duration: Approximately 13 weeks, through March 1, 2027
• Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off
• Shift: 12-hour overnight shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Coverage: Onsite; no call coverage
• Patient Population: Adult and pediatric patients experiencing psychiatric crises
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,300–$6,750
• Technology: Oracle/Cerner FirstNet EMR

Inpatient Psychiatrist Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certification
• Active New Jersey medical license or willingness to obtain one
• At least 1 year of relevant psychiatry experience, including psychiatric emergency evaluations
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and managing adult psychiatric patients in crisis
• Experience conducting pediatric or child and adolescent psychiatric evaluations in crisis settings
• Ability to complete psychiatric evaluations, determine appropriate disposition, and manage medications
• Interest in supervising and teaching psychiatry residents
• DEA and CDS credentials required for temporary privileges, when applicable

Psychiatrist Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric emergency evaluations for adult and pediatric patients
• Assess safety, acuity, and treatment needs in a fast-paced psychiatric screening environment
• Determine appropriate patient disposition, including admission, discharge, or observation
• Provide medication management and ongoing clinical recommendations
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary emergency and behavioral health teams
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the Oracle/Cerner FirstNet EMR
• Supervise, mentor, and teach psychiatry residents during applicable shifts
• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients and families experiencing psychiatric emergencies

Apply now for this Atlantic City locum tenens psychiatry opportunity and join a New Jersey behavioral health team providing essential overnight psychiatric emergency care.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.