Physician - Psychiatrist

Job Description

Our client in Texas is seeking a Psychiatrist to join their team for a 248-day assignment starting Aug 3, 2026. This role involves comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, with shifts from 8am-4:30pm. You will be responsible for diagnosing patients, developing treatment plans, managing a diverse caseload, and addressing veteran-specific mental health issues within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with Mental Health staff for inpatient care duties.
• Operate and manage Physician’s patients, including those on the 1C/1D Psychiatry Service - Ward.
• Handle patient admissions, diagnoses, and development of treatment plans.
• Manage and provide timely treatment, including discharge and transfer.
• Complete all necessary medical record documentation.
• See all new patient referrals with accompanying medical records for outpatient care.
• Provide care for severely mental ill patients.
• Conduct evaluation disposition E-consults and post-discharge follow-ups.
• Ensure patients are seen within 30 days of referral.
• Provide clinical psychiatry services in clinic and residential settings.
• Perform direct patient care, examine patients, and interpret reports as required.
• Maintain presence and punctuality for all scheduled clinics.
• Work collaboratively with VA staff.
• Manage an approximate caseload of 6 to 6.5 patient bookable hours per day.
• Schedule may include 6 patients for an hour each, or roughly 12 patients for one half-hour each, or any combination totaling 6 to 6.5 bookable patient hours daily.

Additional Information

• EMR system: CPRS
• Patient caseload includes a wide range of inpatient and outpatient cases, with frequent veteran-specific issues such as anxiety disorders, PTSD, and major depressive disorders.

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.