Psychiatrist Locum Coverage – Inpatient Unit | Newark, NJ
Updated 2/13/26
$220.00
– $240.00
hourly
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Location: Newark, NJ
Start Date: April 1, 2026
Duration: Ongoing until position filled
Schedule & Setting
- Inpatient Psychiatry Unit
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Rotating weekend coverage
- Morning unit huddle begins at 9:00 AM
- Court appearances for involuntary patients every other Friday (on-site)
- Weekend call coverage limited to assigned coverage days (nights covered by nocturnist)
Patient Volume
- Average daily census: 15 patients
Clinical Responsibilities
- Complete admission psychiatric evaluations
- Provide daily patient updates and management
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
- Court participation for involuntary commitment cases
Practice Model
- Solo provider on assigned unit
- Additional psychiatric providers available within division
- Collaborative support with Advanced Practice Provider
Support Staff
- 1 Psychiatric APN
- Medical Director available for collaboration
EMR
- EPIC (hospital and clinic utilize same system)
Requirements
- Board Certified Psychiatrist required
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