Physician / Psychiatry / Pennsylvania / Locum tenens / Locums Psychiatry Job in Pennsylvania Job

We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.

Position Overview : Position

Psychiatrist

• Location

Near Altoona, PA

• Start Date

ASAP

• End Date

December 31, 2024

• Coverage Type

Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call

• Shift Details

Clinical Hours

Day shifts

• On-Call

Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM; Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations

• Allowed Holidays

4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day

Job Details :

• Practice Setting

Inpatient

• EMR System

Epic

• Inpatient Beds

29

• Patients Per Shift

10-12

• Rounding

Both inpatient and consults

• Call Requirements

Weekdays

On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning

• Weekends

Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med / surg

• On-Call Encounters

Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents

• Response Time

30 minutes

Requirements :

• Board Certification

Required (Board Eligible acceptable)

• State License

Pennsylvania only

• Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support) Required

• ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required
• Fellowship

Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry

• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe

14 days

• Hospital Privileges

Temporary privileges available

• Hospital Stroke Certification

No

Additional Information :

• Practice Setting

Adult inpatient psychiatric unit

• Support Staff

Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries

• Scheduling

September 9-13, 21-30

• October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31
• Response Time

Prompt response required for on-call duties

This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply!

Job ID

j-243975

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