Psychiatrist
Updated 11/19/25
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Adelphi is seeking a dedicated part-time Psychiatrist to provide onsite psychiatric care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at a facility in Nueces County, Texas. The Psychiatrist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, conducting evaluations, managing medications, and developing treatment plans to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.
Job Quick Facts
Responsibilities:
Job Quick Facts
- Ref#: BD-673-41
- Profession: Physician
- Specialty: Psychiatry
- Job Type: Part-time (6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension)
- Location: Nueces County, Texas
- Coverage Type: Onsite (1 day per week of telework may be considered)
- Service Setting: Inpatient
- Facility Type: Residential Living Facility
- Shift Schedule: Part-time; may include on-call coverage
- Start Date: Week of November 1, 2025 Requirements
- MD or DO with an active, unrestricted license to practice in Texas
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Current DEA registration and NPI number required
- Proficient in computer systems and electronic health records (EHR)
- Minimum of 3 years of psychiatric experience preferred
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or mental illness, strongly preferred
- Must complete all compliance and credentialing requirements prior to start date €” no exceptions
- Must pass a urine drug screening and FBI fingerprint background check
- Valid government-issued photo ID required
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
- Document all clinical encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Collaborate with the medical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Settlement Agreement.
- Provide medication management, including justification and monitoring of psychotropic medication use.
- Manage acute psychiatric episodes, authorize emergency medications or restraints, and coordinate hospitalizations when necessary.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT) meetings and contribute to individualized care planning.
- Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and internal clinical standards (DOJ, ICF-IID, etc.).
- Provide consultation and support to behavioral health and direct care staff.
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Interact appropriately and compassionately with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Complete all required agency-specific and state-mandated training prior to assuming full duties.
- Participate in emergency preparedness and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) activities as assigned.
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