Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California City, CALocumJobsOnline • California City, CA, US

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

LocumJobsOnline • California City, CA, US

10 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in California City, California, 93505!

About The Position

We are seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Psychiatrist for a 125-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 24, 2025. This opportunity offers day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing comprehensive mental health care within a correctional facility setting. The assignment involves direct clinical care, supervision of mental health staff, and participation in civil commitment proceedings.

Job Details

Location : California
Start Date : Nov 24, 2025
LOA : 125 days
Provider Type Needed : Psychiatrist
Schedule : 8-hour days, 5x per week

Responsibilities and Duties

Report to assigned facility at designated hour to provide direct patient care and associated clinical duties

Participate in civil commitment proceedings

Assess and provide DSM diagnosis as appropriate

Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications

Deliver professional services including counseling and ordering necessary lab work

Supervise and provide mentorship to facility-based mental health staff

Collect and maintain statistics and data, prepare reports on mental health services

Recommend methods for improving operational efficiency and cost effectiveness

Accept on-call status as needed

Provide direct casework services and counseling to inmates / residents and their families

Assist in developing and implementing therapeutic programs for assigned inmates / residents

Prepare progress reports and recommendations regarding discharge plans

Serve as mental health staff liaison for group counseling and related activities

Assist in supervision of inmates / residents within the facility and during community activities

Maintain and monitor confidentiality of records, audit files to ensure all services are documented

Assist in coordinating services provided by contract personnel

Prepare and maintain various operational records and reports

Attend staff meetings and group activities essential for effective service delivery

Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies; exercise independent judgment as needed

Review, process, and respond to lawsuits; attend court hearings as necessary

Additional Information

Active California medical license required

US Citizenship required for ICE clearance; expedited clearance process in place

Candidates will undergo thorough background and credit investigation

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

Travel the United States and see new places.

Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

Set your own schedule.

Earn more money than permanent providers.

Experience new practice settings.

Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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