Locums Psychiatrist (Inpatient Forensic) | Texas | Mon–Fri 8a–5p | No Call
Updated 10/21/26
Texas, United States
Physician
Psychiatry
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
A healthcare facility in Texas is seeking a locums Psychiatrist to support an inpatient forensic psychiatric setting caring for adult patients, including the Texas NGRI population. The assignment is a weekday schedule with no nights, weekends, or after-hours call.
This Psychiatry coverage need includes direct patient care, psychiatric assessments, face-to-face evaluations, and responsiveness to emergent clinical situations. The provider will also support court-related documentation and associated testimony as required by the setting.
This assignment requires a 6-month commitment, with the potential to extend. A hybrid component may be available with at least 25% onsite, pending final approval (on-campus presence preferred).
Job Responsibilities
Complete face-to-face patient evaluations
Respond to emergency calls and restraints as needed
Lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team
Manage a typical caseload averaging ~24 patients
Complete court documentation and provide testimony when required
Participate in quality improvement initiatives (including quarterly chart reviews / QSO)
Attend medical staff meetings and collaborate with clinical staff (including nurse practitioners)
Qualifications
Active DEA
Current CPR certification (AHA-approved course)
Ability to meet facility credentialing requirements
Commitment of 6 months (option to extend)
MD or DO
Working Hours
40 hours/week
No nights, weekends, or after-hours call
Skills
Forensic / court-related documentation and testimony
Emergency response (as applicable to the inpatient setting)
Multidisciplinary leadership and collaboration
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