Psychiatry – Inpatient & Call Coverage | Locum Tenens | San Francisco, CA

Job description

A well-established hospital in San Francisco, California is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist for an upcoming locum tenens opportunity. This role offers a blend of inpatient rounding and phone-based call coverage in one of the most vibrant cities in the country.

🗓 Assignment Details
• Start Date: October 20, 2025
• Schedule:
o Rounding shifts begin at 8:00 AM, averaging 6 hours/day
o On-call coverage begins after rounding and runs overnight until 8:00 AM
o Weekend phone call coverage (Saturday & Sunday) required
• Duration: Ongoing/26-week need
• Shifts: Days, nights, and weekends

✅ Key Requirements
• Active California medical license required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• COVID-19 vaccination + booster required (exemptions accepted)
• Comfortable working independently in an inpatient hospital setting
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred

📍 Why This Opportunity?
• Work with a respected hospital in an iconic West Coast city
• No in-hospital overnight call – phone coverage only
• Flexible structure allows for great work-life balance
• Opportunity to support a high-impact mental health team
• Enjoy all that San Francisco has to offer between shifts — world-class food, scenic parks, and coastal views

Interested candidates should be available to start in October and be comfortable with a mix of rounding and on-call responsibilities.

Apply Today
Slots are limited—submit your CV and availability to be considered. If the timing isn’t right, I’d still love to connect and learn more about your ideal clinical setup for future opportunities.

James Newman
Senior Recruiting Consultant
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