Psychiatrist – Addiction Medicine | Behavioral Health | Covington, KY | Locums
Updated 2/17/26
Covington, Kentucky, United States
Physician
Psychiatry-Addiction
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Inpatient
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
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Job Description:
We are actively seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for a locum tenens opportunity in Covington, Kentucky within a structured addiction medicine and behavioral health setting.
This is a weekday-focused assignment supporting both inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder treatment programs.
If you are comfortable managing SUD patients in a collaborative, team-based environment, this opportunity offers predictable scheduling and defined coverage needs.
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Position Highlights:
• Location: Covington, KY
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• 40 hours per week
• 3-month assignment (potential extension)
• Inpatient + outpatient behavioral health setting
• No listed call responsibilities
• Interview with Medical Director
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Clinical Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations
• Perform intake and discharge assessments
• Medication management for substance use disorders
• Annual physical and health examinations (as required by program)
• Review labs and coordinate treatment plans
• Collaborate with nursing staff, counselors, and program leadership
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings
This role operates within medically monitored treatment programming and follows state and federal compliance standards.
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Requirements:
• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (ABPN)
• Active Kentucky medical license
• Active DEA and controlled substance registration
• Completion of ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency
• Experience in addiction medicine or behavioral health preferred
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Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and based on overall background, experience, and fit for the assignment. Travel and logistics support may be available for qualified providers.
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If you are interested in discussing this opportunity — or would like to review additional Psychiatry locum roles — please apply directly or reach out to me personally:
Isaiah Abbott | Amergis Locum Tenens
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⸻
Job Description:
We are actively seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for a locum tenens opportunity in Covington, Kentucky within a structured addiction medicine and behavioral health setting.
This is a weekday-focused assignment supporting both inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder treatment programs.
If you are comfortable managing SUD patients in a collaborative, team-based environment, this opportunity offers predictable scheduling and defined coverage needs.
⸻
Position Highlights:
• Location: Covington, KY
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• 40 hours per week
• 3-month assignment (potential extension)
• Inpatient + outpatient behavioral health setting
• No listed call responsibilities
• Interview with Medical Director
⸻
Clinical Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations
• Perform intake and discharge assessments
• Medication management for substance use disorders
• Annual physical and health examinations (as required by program)
• Review labs and coordinate treatment plans
• Collaborate with nursing staff, counselors, and program leadership
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings
This role operates within medically monitored treatment programming and follows state and federal compliance standards.
⸻
Requirements:
• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (ABPN)
• Active Kentucky medical license
• Active DEA and controlled substance registration
• Completion of ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency
• Experience in addiction medicine or behavioral health preferred
⸻
Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and based on overall background, experience, and fit for the assignment. Travel and logistics support may be available for qualified providers.
⸻
If you are interested in discussing this opportunity — or would like to review additional Psychiatry locum roles — please apply directly or reach out to me personally:
Isaiah Abbott | Amergis Locum Tenens
[Register to View] | [Register to View]
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By applying you agree to our Terms of Service