Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking

a part-time Locum Psychiatrist to provide inpatient psychiatric coverage during sporadic dates in 2026.

The physician will work in

a well-supported inpatient psychiatric unit, managing an adult patient population and supervising psychiatric nurse practitioners.

This role offers weekday coverage with optional unrestricted call and strong on-site security and clinical support.
Dates / Schedule

Coverage Type:

Sporadic part-time coverage in 2026

Primary Schedule:

Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Call:

5:00 PM 8:00 AM, unrestricted call if available

Open Dates:
February

February

February 23 March 1

Additional sporadic coverage ongoing

Job Details & Responsibilities

Inpatient psychiatric care in a dedicated psychiatric department

Average daily census of approximately 12 patients

Unit details:
27 inpatient beds

5 psychiatrists in the group

6 psychiatric APPs for support

Supervise psychiatric nurse practitioners

Treat adult patients only (no pediatrics)

Manage referrals primarily from Muskegon and Grand Rapids emergency departments

Utilize EPIC EMR

Participate in inpatient treatment planning and medication management

Work within established safety protocols, including staff duress systems and 24/7 on-site security

Estimated credentialing timeframe of approximately 3 months (expedited need)

Required Skills & Qualifications

Licensure & Certification:
Board Certified in Psychiatry

Active Michigan medical license

BLS certification

Clinical Experience & Competencies:
Experience treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including:
Anxiety, affective, psychotic, personality, eating, developmental, organic disorders

ADD/ADHD

Familiarity with:
Involuntary commitments

Seclusion and restraint application

Pharmacotherapy

Group therapy

Additional Requirements:
Availability to cover the listed dates (required, no exceptions)