Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Psychiatrist Consult/Liaison (Hospital-Based) Location: Santa Barbara, CaliforniaA hospital-based program in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide consult/liaison psychiatric services for hospitalized patients. This opportunity supports inpatient medical teams by evaluating and managing patients experiencing psychiatric conditions during hospitalization. Position Overview The Psychiatrist will provide consultative psychiatric care for hospitalized patients and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care teams. The role focuses on evaluating psychiatric needs within the medical setting and supporting safe, coordinated patient care. Schedule 7 days on / 7 days offDay shift: 7:30 AM 5:30 PMOvernight call: 5:30 PM 7:30 AMOvernight call approximately 2 3 times per week Key Responsibilities Provide consult/liaison psychiatric services for hospitalized patientsConduct psychiatric evaluations and recommend treatment plans for inpatientsManage acute psychiatric conditions and perform risk assessmentsCollaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teamsParticipate in multidisciplinary rounds and care planningDocument patient encounters, findings, and interventions in the electronic medical recordCommunicate with families and outpatient providers to support continuity of careParticipate in shift handoffs and provide updates to incoming staffEnsure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Qualifications MD or DO with completion of an accredited Psychiatry residencyBoard Certified or Board Eligible in PsychiatryActive California medical license or ability to obtainExperience in consult/liaison psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, or hospital-based psychiatry preferredAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital environment Additional Information Coverage role supporting a consult/liaison psychiatric servicePhysicians may cover one rotation per month depending on availabilityOpportunity to work within a collaborative hospital-based care team If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply through DocCafe to connect with our recruiting team.