Psychiatrist

Updated 9/22/25
Oakwood, Virginia, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Psychiatrist – General Psychiatry
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Tazewell County & Buchanan County, VA
• Service Setting: Correctional Facilities
• Coverage Type: Clinical (Telehealth available; onsite preferred)
• Coverage Period: 1 year
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 40 hours/week (Specific days TBD)

COVERAGE DATES
• 1-year assignment (exact start date TBD)

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Phone Consults: Yes – Provider should be available 24/7 for emergency consultations
• Case Mix: General Psychiatry (correctional population)

FACILITY INFORMATION
• Office Equipment Available: Telehealth equipment available
• Support Staff Available: Nurse Practitioners

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Virginia license
• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
• Certifications: NPI
• Experience: No history of malpractice or disciplinary actions
• Other Qualifications: Ability to handle correctional population and emergency phone consults

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management
• Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and Chief Psychiatrist
• Deliver care either onsite or via telehealth (as applicable)
• Be available for 24/7 emergency consultations via phone
• Maintain accurate documentation in EMR (when specified)
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