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Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Lancesoft INC, Newton Lower Falls, MA, United States


Description

We are seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist for a locum tenens opportunity in an inpatient behavioral health setting. This role offers a structured weekday schedule with no call requirements, allowing for a balanced workload while delivering high-quality care to adult patients. The provider will manage a manageable daily caseload within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
About the facility

This is an acute care hospital with a dedicated inpatient psychiatric unit serving adult patients. The unit has approximately 45 beds with an average daily census in the low 30s. You will work alongside an experienced care team that includes registered nurses, mental health counselors, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, social workers, and unit coordinators. The facility utilizes Epic for electronic medical records.
Compensation:

Pay Rate:

Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.
Travel expenses reimbursed, including:
Mileage
Rental car
Hotel
Flight
Malpractice Covered
Job Responsibilities

Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult patients
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a range of mental health conditions including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorders
Manage an average of approximately 8 patients per day
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement treatment plans
Document patient encounters and treatment plans using Epic EMR
Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination
Qualifications

Board Certification in Psychiatry (required)
Active Massachusetts medical license (required)
DEA certification (required)
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in psychiatry
Experience with Epic EMR preferred
Working Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 AM 5:00 PM
No call, nights, or weekend responsibilities
Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work efficiently in an inpatient setting
Commitment to patient-centered care
Proficiency with electronic medical records systems (Epic preferred)