Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Clinic in California

• Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-CA
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: Ongoing long term
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Clinic
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Negotiable
• Job Duration: Locums

This county behavioral health facility in Northern California provides comprehensive psychiatric services for adults requiring community-based mental health treatment. The organization operates with established protocols and maintains a structured environment designed for effective psychiatric care delivery. The facility seeks a dedicated Medical Director to provide long-term leadership combining both administrative oversight and clinical responsibilities including LPS evaluations and court referrals.

California offers diverse regional attractions including outdoor recreation opportunities and year-round activities throughout the state. The region features scenic drives through state parks and natural areas, with recreational activities ranging from coastal access to mountain adventures. Visitors can explore various outdoor destinations, recreational venues, and cultural attractions throughout the area's parks and natural locations.

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive administrative oversight as Medical Director for this long-term commitment position in Northern California. Clinical responsibilities include conducting LPS evaluations and managing court referrals while maintaining administrative duties for the behavioral health program. The clinician will work full-time day shifts with hybrid flexibility, handling primarily administrative work while ensuring effective psychiatric care delivery. This position requires prescriptive authority and involves coordinating with facility staff to support program operations and patient care needs.

• Case Load/PPD: Mostly administrative
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated: Administrative oversight with LPS evaluations and court referrals
• Average Length of Stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial Evaluation Time: Variable

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