Psychiatrist Needed for Locums Coverage at Inpatient Facility in San Antonio, Texas

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id:ORD- -MD-TXTitle:MDDates Needed:ASAP and OngoingShift Type:Day ShiftAssignment Type:InpatientCall Required:NoBoard Certification Required:YesJob Duration:LocumsAbout the FacilityThe facility operates as a community mental health center featuring a specialized crisis stabilization unit. The center focuses on providing acute psychiatric care for individuals experiencing mental health emergencies in a structured inpatient setting.About the Facility LocationThis Texas region offers diverse regional attractions including outdoor recreation opportunities and year-round activities. The area provides access to coastal destinations with beach activities and recreational areas, offering birding opportunities and regular community events including farmers markets and cultural experiences.About the Clinician's WorkdayThe psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care on an extended observation unit treating adult patients experiencing mental health crises. The clinician will work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, serving as the primary psychiatric provider on the unit with responsibility for crisis stabilization interventions. The position involves managing a census of 8-16 patients with an average length of stay of 24 hours, requiring coordination with nursing staff and conducting patient handoffs with a nurse practitioner.Additional Job DetailsCase Load/PPD:8-16Support Staff:Nurse practitioner and nursing staffPatient Population:All AgesLocation Type:On-SiteGovernment:NoShift Hours:Full time (40 hours)Cases Treated:Crisis StabilizationAverage Length of Stay:24 HoursCensus:8-16Why choose LocumTenens.com?Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:Precision job matching with proprietary algorithmRapid credentialing with Axuall Digital WalletConcierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialistDigital hub for assignment details