Psychiatric Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Georgia

LocumTenens.com

Irwinton, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Algorithms, Documentation, Fishing, Government, Medications, Norton Ghost, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Treatment Plan

LOCATION

Irwinton, GA

POSTED

8 days ago

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-211918-PA-GA Title: PA Dates Needed: May - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient Call Required: No Board Certification Required: Negotiable Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This 24/7 crisis stabilization unit provides specialized psychiatric care for adults requiring immediate mental health intervention in a structured hospital environment. The facility maintains established protocols for managing patients with suicidal ideation, acute psychosis, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and substance withdrawal conditions with an average length of stay of 3-7 days. The organization utilizes modern documentation systems and evidence-based treatment approaches to ensure effective psychiatric care delivery. About the Facility Location Georgia offers diverse attractions ranging from world-class aquariums to historic districts and scenic mountain towns like Blue Ridge, where visitors can enjoy train rides, hiking, fishing, and rafting activities. The state features numerous nature and wildlife areas alongside cultural experiences such as ghost tours in historic neighborhoods. From outdoor adventures and RV camping to waterside relaxation, Georgia provides year-round recreational opportunities across its varied landscapes. About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric physician associate will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients in crisis requiring acute mental health treatment. Clinical duties include providing medication management with initiation and adjustment of psychotropic medications, managing detox protocols for alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines, and developing individualized treatment plans. The clinician will work part-time day shifts totaling 24 hours per week, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team including psychiatrists, therapists, nursing staff, and case managers while participating in treatment planning and discharge coordination to ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation for the 18-bed census. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: ~12-16 PPD Support Staff: LPNs, RNs, Therapists, Medical Director (MD) Patient Population: Adults Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes Government: No Shift Hours: Part time (24 hours) Cases Treated: Suicidal ideation, Acute psychosis, MDD, bipolar disorder, Substance withdrawal Average Length of Stay: 3-7 days Census: 18 Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details

About the Company

LocumTenens.com

Welcome to a Career Opportunity with LocumTenens.com! We are a member of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies, the third largest healthcare staffing company in the U.S., serving more than 7 million patients in over 1,400 healthcare facilities. You will find us included among Atlanta's Best Places to Work and ranked #6 on Fortune 2018 Best Companies to Work for in Health Care and Biopharma. When hospitals or medical facilities are understaffed, they rely on us to find them the right temporary healthcare providers on demand. Patients Need Doctors – that’s where we come in … and you don’t need a medical degree! Demand is high and career opportunities are expanding.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services