Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: California Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in California!This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id:  ORD-210637-MD-CATitle:  MDDates Needed:  May 2026 - 4 monthsShift Type:  Day Shift; CallAssignment Type:  InpatientCall Required:  YesBoard Certification Required:  YesJob Duration:  LocumsAbout the FacilityThe inpatient facility operates as a comprehensive behavioral health center providing specialized psychiatric services for adolescents and adults requiring intensive mental health treatment. The facility maintains both inpatient and partial hospitalization programs with a census of 95 patients and an average length of stay of 11 days. The organization utilizes modern documentation systems and established protocols to ensure effective psychiatric care delivery in a structured treatment environment designed for comprehensive behavioral health services.About the Facility LocationNorthern California offers diverse recreational opportunities ranging from outdoor adventures to urban exploration. Visitors can engage in activities such as hiking, kayaking, biking, and photography while experiencing the region's natural landscapes and vibrant city environments. The area provides both land and water-based activities, including bay cruises and various seasonal outdoor pursuits that showcase the Pacific coastline and inland attractions.About the Clinician's WorkdayThe psychiatrist will deliver comprehensive psychiatric care for adolescents and adults requiring intensive mental health treatment in an inpatient behavioral health facility. Clinical duties include conducting detailed psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing psychotropic medications while working a 7 days on/7 days off schedule with rounding and call responsibilities. The clinician will manage a census of 95 patients with an average length of stay of 11 days, providing specialized care for patients in both inpatient and partial hospitalization programs. The position requires maintaining thorough documentation and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care delivery throughout the behavioral health facility.Additional Job DetailsCase Load/PPD:  15-16Patient Population:  All AgesLocation Type:  On-SitePrescriptive Authority Required:  YesGovernment:  NoShift Hours:  Full time (40 hours)Cases Treated:  Behavioral Health Facility, Inpatient and PHP ServicesAverage Length of Stay:  11Census:  95Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols for inpatient psychiatric unit and PHP servicesInitial Evaluation Time:  Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessmentWhy 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 algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment detailsContact: About LocumTenens.comThe need has never been greater to connect great clinicians and great healthcare facilities. That’s what we do. Every day. We’re LocumTenens.com. We connect clients and clinicians to take care of patients. How do we do it? By doing it better than everyone else. Whether you’re looking for a locum tenens job or locum tenens coverage, our experienced agents have the specialized knowledge, know-how, and personal relationships to take care of you and your search.   LocumTenens.com provides comprehensive onboarding and optional 1099 financial consulting from a partner advisor.   We cover your malpractice insurance (A++) and provide assistance with credentialing, privileging, licensing, housing and travel.   Our LocumTenens.com agents have the specialized knowledge and personal connections to provide the best locum tenens experience and negotiate top pay on your behalf. 1719446EXPPLAT