Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Connecticut

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-211914-MD-CT

• Title:  MD

• Dates Needed:  June 29, 2026 - December 31, 2026

• Shift Type:  Day Shift

• Assignment Type:  Inpatient

• Call Required:  No

• Board Certification Required:  Negotiable

• Job Duration:  Locums

About the Facility

This community-based inpatient hospital provides comprehensive psychiatric care in a supportive, team-oriented setting. The facility maintains established protocols and modern documentation systems to ensure effective psychiatric treatment delivery for adult patients requiring inpatient mental health services.

About the Facility Location

Connecticut features diverse coastal attractions including the renowned Mystic Seaport Museum and scenic waterfront areas along Long Island Sound that offer kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding opportunities. The state encompasses entertainment destinations such as Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun Casino, alongside educational institutions like Yale University. The Connecticut coast provides varied landscapes ranging from seaside mansions to fishing villages, making it a destination for scenic road trips and water-based recreational activities.

About the Clinician‘s Workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with no call requirements. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing medications for patients requiring acute psychiatric care in the inpatient unit. The clinician will maintain detailed documentation and collaborate with hospital staff to ensure effective care delivery in the full-time locum position.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:  12

• Support Staff:  Nurses, social work, OT, physician technicians

• Patient Population:  All Ages

• Location Type:  On-Site

• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes

• Government:  No

• Shift Hours:  Full time (40 hours)

• Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  Variable

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