Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Psychiatry - General / Other in San Jose, CA

JOB OVERVIEW Job Title : Physician Psychiatry Job Type : Locum Tenens Location : San Jose, CA Service Setting : Outpatient Coverage Type : Clinical Only Coverage Period : 01 / 01 / 2026 Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule : Flexible; 1216 hrs / week within MonFri, 8 : 30a5p COVERAGE DATES 01 / 01 / 2026 Ongoing PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics : Ages 5; Developmentally disabled patients with mental health disorders Patient Volume / Census : 610 clients per 7.5-hour day depending on visit type Admissions : No Phone Consults : Yes, via telehealth as needed Case Mix : Anxiety Disorder, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Depression, Disruptive Mood Disorder, OCD, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder; small fraction involves JV220 forms FACILITY INFORMATION EMR System : Avatar NX Office Equipment Available : Standard outpatient clinic equipment Specialty Backup Available : Medical director, nurses, clinicians, case managers Support Staff Available : Interdisciplinary clinic team Reason for Coverage : Growth PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required : No Temporary Privileges Available : No Credentialing Timeline : 3040 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance : Travel and lodging not covered; malpractice covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES Psychiatric assessments and evaluations Medication management, including controlled substances Mental status examinations (MSEs) JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses : Active CA State License Board : Board Certified or Board Eligible (Certification required within 5 years of residency) DEA : Required; authorized to prescribe controlled substances Certifications : Flu vaccination; COVID vaccination or approved exemption Experience : Ability to treat developmental disability mental health population Other Qualifications : Must enter hours in Vemsta platform; strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse populations DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and MSEs, providing DSM-based diagnoses Provide ongoing medication management for assigned patients Use the clinic'selectronic health record system and follow Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines Collaborate with medical director, nurses, clinicians, and case managers for coordinated care Obtain and review diagnostic data, labs, and consultations relevant to patient treatment Prepare detailed written reports, documentation, diagnoses, and summaries as required Contribute to individualized treatment planning with clinical staff Provide psychiatric services in outpatient clinics via telehealth and in person Offer consultation and peer guidance to psychiatrists and therapists as needed Consult with clinic leadership regarding policies and treatment-related issues Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement, and performance improvement activities Advise families and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment, and intersection with developmental disabilities Prepare legal and court-related documents as necessary