Physician - Psychiatrist

Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, beginning Nov 24, 2025. This opportunity offers 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, involving direct patient care and a wide range of mental health services within a correctional facility setting.

Job Details

• Location: Arizona
• Start Date: Nov 24, 2025
• LOA: 30 days
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatrist
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Report to the assigned facility at designated times to provide direct patient care and associated clinical duties
• Participate in civil commitment proceedings and assess DSM diagnoses as appropriate
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
• Deliver professional services including counseling, disease process management, ordering and reviewing laboratory work
• Supervise and mentor facility-based mental health staff
• Assess mental health service needs, collect data, and prepare related reports
• Recommend methods to improve operational efficiency and cost effectiveness for mental health services
• Accept on-call responsibilities as needed
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to inmates/residents and their families
• Assist in developing and implementing therapeutic programs for assigned inmates/residents
• Prepare progress and discharge planning reports; make case presentations as required
• Serve as a liaison for group counseling, volunteer activities, and events promoting mental health services
• Supervise inmates/residents within the facility and during community activities, promoting positive relations and use of community services
• Maintain confidentiality of inmate/resident records and audit documentation for accuracy
• Coordinate professional services provided by contract personnel, as applicable
• Prepare and maintain a variety of narrative, statistical, and operational records and reports
• Attend required staff and group meetings to ensure effective program delivery and communication
• Apply established policies and independently exercise sound judgment in clinical and administrative duties
• Respond to lawsuits and attend court hearings as necessary

Additional Information

• Active Arizona license required
• US Citizenship required for facility clearance
• Facility clearance process takes approximately 3 weeks

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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