Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

We are seeking aBoard-Certified Psychiatristfor an upcominglocum tenens opportunityinAnderson, South Carolina , providing inpatient behavioral health coverage due to a temporary physician shortage. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team, work with a manageable patient volume, and practice in a well-supported hospital setting. Position HighlightsLocation:Anderson, SCPractice Setting:Hospital-based Behavioral Health UnitCoverage Dates:Starting May 2026 (exact dates TBD)Reason for Coverage:Maternity leavePatient Population: Adults: 60%Geriatric: 40%Average Daily Census:20 patients in the Behavioral Health unitEMR:EPICSchedule & CallSchedule:Varies based on patient volumeCall Coverage: Call ratio: 1:4One provider on call at a timeFour physicians share call coverageMid-Level Support:1 NP (locum will provide supervision)Scope of ResponsibilitiesPrescribing narcotics as clinically indicatedPre-admission screening review and documentation per CMS guidelinesWeekly care plan documentationDischarge summaries and medication reconciliationFacility Support24-hour lab availability24-hour anesthesia availabilityBehavioral Health unit setting️ Travel & CompensationComprehensive malpractice coverage providedComplimentary travel and lodging Flight, hotel, rental car or mileagePay rates are negotiableand discussed upon interest RequirementsBoard Certified PsychiatristActive South Carolina licenseNPDB Self-Query (within 30 days)BLS / ACLS PreferredFellowship training Preferred