Psych Physician - Salem, Massachusetts
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Job Description
Join a dynamic inpatient psychiatric unit caring for children and adolescents ages 3-18. You’ll round daily on a 5-day, 8-hour schedule, providing expert evaluation and treatment for depression, suicide risk, PTSD, personality disorders, and behavioral challenges. Flexible coverage dates are available, and you’ll collaborate with a supportive team of physicians and nurse practitioners.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Inpatient
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5 × 8) – coverage dates include Nov 30-Dec 4; Dec 28-Jan 1; Jan 11-15; Jan 25-29; Feb 22-26; Mar 8-12
- Patient Population: Pediatric (ages 3-18)
- Location: Salem, MA
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Round on the inpatient psychiatric floor, evaluating and treating patients ages 3-18 with suicide risk, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, and defiance.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
- Document all assessments, orders, and progress notes in Epic.
- Participate in daily team huddles, case conferences, and discharge planning.
- Ensure patient safety and adherence to hospital policies and state regulations.
Qualifications
- Board certification in Psychiatry (required).
- Active Massachusetts medical license and DEA registration.
- BLS certification.
- Minimum of 1 year of post-training clinical experience, preferably with pediatric or adolescent populations.
- Ability to complete credentialing within 90 days.
Working Hours
- 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (8 AM – 5 PM).
- Coverage required for the specific date blocks listed above.
- First 8 hours of orientation are non-billable; overtime paid at the regular rate; holidays at 1.4× rate.
Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills for pediatric psychiatry.
- Proficiency with Epic EMR.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to manage a daily census of approximately 10 patients.
- Compassionate, patient-centered care approach.