NP / Psychiatry / Iowa / Locum tenens / Locum Tenens NP/PA Psychiatry Opportunity in IA Job

Are you a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with experience in Psychiatry looking for a locum tenens opportunity? An esteemed healthcare facility in southeastern Iowa is seeking a dedicated NP/PA to provide PRN psychiatry coverage for their inpatient behavioral health department. This position offers flexible scheduling and an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Position Details

• Location: Near Mediapolis, IA
• Position Type: Locum Tenens PRN Coverage
• Specialty: Psychiatry, providing care to adolescent through geriatric patients
• Shift Type: Varied primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (includes a one-hour unpaid lunch)
• Weekend Requirements: None required
• On Call Requirements: Yes, with a 1:4 call rotation

Job Highlights

• Practice Setting: Inpatient behavioral health and hospital consults
• Patient Demographic: Ages 8 through geriatric
• Typical Patient Load: 10-15 patients per day
• Number of Beds: 28 adult beds, 8 adolescent beds
• Support: Supervising physician available remotely via telehealth, when needed
• Electronic Medical Records: Cerner
• Trauma Level: III

Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough admission histories and psychiatric assessments
• Performing physical examinations and rounds
• Diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including:
  • Mood disorders
  • Psychotic disorders
  • Substance-related disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Cognitive and personality disorders
• Prescribing and managing medications
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies
• Coordinating ongoing care in consultation with supervising psychiatrists
• Facilitating addiction education and management
• Completing administrative duties as necessary
• Providing continuity of care and coordination for patient referrals

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Board Certified required
• Licensing: Iowa state license or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) required
• Experience: Minimum of one year in psychiatry; new graduates are not accepted for this role
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 days

Compensation and Rates

• Hourly: Standard and holiday rates available
• Overtime and Holiday Overtime: Applicable for eligible shifts
• Call Rates: Additional compensation for nightly, weekend, and holiday call coverage

Presentation Requirements

• Up-to-date CV with locum tenens history
• Active NPI and Iowa or Compact license number
• Availability and references, if available
• Documentation of malpractice coverage or background checks

If you're interested in this flexible locum tenens opportunity, where you'll work in a supportive environment while enjoying competitive compensation, please apply now with Job ID #j-257369 to learn more.