Psychologist - OK

Job Description

We are seeking a licensed Psychiatry Psychologist (Psy.D) for a locum tenens opportunity in Oklahoma, starting Nov 3, 2025. This assignment is for 8-hour day shifts and involves providing comprehensive mental health services in a correctional setting. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as an advanced practice provider and must be a US citizen to meet ICE clearance requirements.

Job Details

• Location: Oklahoma
• Start Date: Nov 3, 2025
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatry Psychologist
• Schedule: 8-hour days

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing care, including executing physician orders, dispensing and administering medications, and performing examinations and treatments
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients’ clinical problems and healthcare needs
• Record physical findings, formulate prognosis, and discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans
• Recommend drugs and other treatments within the scope of licensure
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early release when appropriate
• Verify cleanliness of equipment and the work area through personal efforts and supervision
• Assist with monitoring contractual service provisions
• Maintain effective relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies while exercising sound independent judgment
• Evaluate medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of medical records; review files to ensure documentation of services
• Monitor potential catastrophic illnesses closely
• Recommend methods to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
• Audit pharmacy use for formulary adherence as directed
• Comply with applicable pharmacy laws, especially those involving controlled substances
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior
• Accept on-call status as needed
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups
• Read, analyze, and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, and legal documents
• Review, process, and respond to lawsuits via corporate counsel; attend court hearings when necessary
• Conduct chart research and review the status of inmates/residents with serious health problems for intervention and treatment completion
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates/residents, and the public, demonstrating tact, diplomacy, fairness, and good judgment
• Attend staff meetings to promote communication and information flow within the medical unit
• Participate in multidisciplinary committee meetings to monitor healthcare service quality
• Engage in functions in confined areas, including working rotating shifts and verifying the security of facility areas
• Evaluate and recommend safety requirements for a secure working environment

Additional Information

• Minimum of 1 year APP experience required
• US citizenship required for ICE clearance (expedited clearance process in place)
• Candidates will undergo a comprehensive background and credit investigation for clearance
• Must hold a valid license to practice in Oklahoma

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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