Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Georgia Job at LocumTenens.com, Irwinton, GA

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  • LocumTenens.com
  • Irwinton, GA

Job Description

This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-211957-MD-GA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: Yes
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization specializes in providing comprehensive inpatient psychiatric services for children and adolescents with IDD, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related conditions. The facility maintains a structured therapeutic environment with multidisciplinary team support including therapists, nurse practitioners, and behavioral health specialists. The organization operates specialized programs including Journey (IDD), Discovery, and adolescent/young adult treatment programs.

About the Facility Location

This area features notable attractions including an aquarium, historic districts, and entertainment venues such as stadiums and arenas that host various events. Visitors can explore nature and wildlife areas, participate in ghost tours, and enjoy amusement parks and recreational activities. The region offers diverse entertainment options with venues known for their food, shopping, and family-friendly activities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care for children and adolescents across Journey (IDD), Discovery, and adolescent/young adult programs. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations for new admissions, initiating medications, and coordinating with the team on initial behavioral and treatment plans. The clinician will participate in weekly treatment team meetings reviewing approximately 25% of caseload each week, collaborating with therapists, nurse practitioners, and behavioral staff to adjust care plans across a 25-26 patient census. The position involves completing discharge assessments and summaries, including medication reconciliation and aftercare planning for patients with approximately 4-month average length of stay.

Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: ~6-8PPD
  • Support Staff: PMHNPs, RN, therapists, additional Psychiatrist
  • Patient Population: Children
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
  • Government: No
  • Shift Hours: Part time (30 hours)
  • Cases Treated: IDD, Mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related conditions
  • Average Length of Stay: 1-6+ mo
  • Census: 25-26
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

Job Tags

Part time, Locum, Immediate start, Shift work, Day shift

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