Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Texas

Job description

About the facility

This community mental health center delivers outpatient psychiatric services to an adult population within a structured clinical environment. The facility provides telehealth-based care, supporting continuity of service for patients requiring general adult mental health treatment. Locum tenens coverage is sought beginning December 16 on an ongoing basis.

About the facility location

Texas is a large and varied state offering a broad range of attractions suited to diverse interests. Natural landmarks, cultural destinations, and major metropolitan areas provide options for outdoor activities, performing arts, and family-oriented experiences throughout the state. Clinicians on assignment will find a well-rounded range of recreational and cultural opportunities available across the region.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians in this role will provide part-time outpatient psychiatric services via telehealth for an adult population, working day shifts totaling 16 hours per week. Clinical responsibilities include conducting initial psychiatric evaluations (60 minutes each) and medication management follow-up appointments (20 minutes each) for adults presenting with general outpatient mental health conditions. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is required, and enrollment in Medicare/Medicaid is required for all clinicians considered for this position. No call coverage is required for this assignment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: Telehealth
• Shift hours: Part time (16 hours)
• Cases treated: Outpatient adult mental health conditions
• Med checks/follow-up per day: 20 minutes per medication management follow-up appointment
• Initial evaluation time: 60 minutes per initial evaluation

Your dedicated recruiter

Lauren Hale

Call / Text: (678) 690-7481
Email: lhale@locumtenens.com

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