Locums Psychiatry Physician

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Locums Psychiatry Physician to provide inpatient psychiatric services at a facility in New Britain, Connecticut. This opportunity is ideal for a psychiatrist who is dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare and supporting patients through comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, treatment, and management.

The physician will work within an inpatient psychiatry unit, providing care to an average of 6–10 patients per day. This is an ongoing opportunity with consistent weekday daytime hours and as-needed call responsibilities.

Compensation: $210 Per Hour

Position Details

· Specialty: Psychiatry

· Practice Setting: Inpatient Psychiatry Unit

· Location: New Britain, CT

· Schedule: First shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

· Shift Length: 8-hour days

· Duration: Ongoing

· Call: As needed

· Patient Volume: Average of 6–10 patients per day, varies

Responsibilities

· Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments for inpatient patients.

· Develop and manage individualized treatment plans.

· Diagnose and treat a variety of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.

· Monitor patient progress and adjust medications and treatment plans as appropriate.

· Collaborate with nursing staff, social workers, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

· Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.

· Participate in discharge planning and coordinate continuity of care.

· Provide call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

· MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

· Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program.

· Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.

· Active Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.

· DEA registration.