Psychiatrist

Updated 11/19/25
Bakersfield, California, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description
Adelphi is seeking psychiatrists to provide psychiatric services at a correctional facility in Kern County, California. The psychiatrists will perform specialized mental health evaluations and diagnoses on patients.

Job Quick Facts:
  • Job ID: PLT-222-02
  • Specialty: Psychiatry
  • Location: Bakersfield, CA
  • Facility Type: Correctional Facility
  • Service Setting: Outpatient
  • Job Type: Contract (3 months with possibility to extend)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  • Shift Schedule: TBD; 5x8 or 4x10 hr shifts
  • Patient Volume : 10-17 per day
  • EMR System: Smart Care

Requirements:
  • Active CA license
  • BC
  • BLS
  • DEA license
  • DEA X-Waiver
  • Previous experience with correctional facilities

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct professional medical and physical examinations on patients.
  • Make diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment regimens.
  • Make electronic entries in patient medical record.
  • Administer medical treatment and diagnostic programs.
  • Apply prior knowledge and training to unusual and varied medical and/or psychiatric conditions.
  • Direct work of professional staff.
  • Effectively collaborate and maintain a positive working relationship with all multidisciplinary team members.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient
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