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Summary
- Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA
We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.
Position Overview:- Position: Psychiatrist
- Location: Near Altoona, PA
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: December 31, 2024
- Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
- Shift Details:
- Clinical Hours: Day shifts
- On-Call: Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM; Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations
- Allowed Holidays: 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day
- Practice Setting: Inpatient
- EMR System: Epic
- Inpatient Beds: 29
- Patients Per Shift: 10-12
- Rounding: Both inpatient and consults
- Call Requirements:
- Weekdays: On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning
- Weekends: Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med/surg
- On-Call Encounters: Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents
- Response Time: 30 minutes
- Board Certification: Required (Board Eligible acceptable)
- State License: Pennsylvania only
- Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Required
- ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required
- Fellowship: Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry
- Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 14 days
- Hospital Privileges: Temporary privileges available
- Hospital Stroke Certification: No
- Practice Setting: Adult inpatient psychiatric unit
- Support Staff: Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries
- Scheduling:
- September 9-13, 21-30
- October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31
- Response Time: Prompt response required for on-call duties
This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply!
Job ID: j-243975
- Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA
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Job Description
- Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA
We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.
Position Overview:- Position: Psychiatrist
- Location: Near Altoona, PA
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: December 31, 2024
- Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
- Shift Details:
- Clinical Hours: Day shifts
- On-Call: Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM; Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations
- Allowed Holidays: 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day
- Practice Setting: Inpatient
- EMR System: Epic
- Inpatient Beds: 29
- Patients Per Shift: 10-12
- Rounding: Both inpatient and consults
- Call Requirements:
- Weekdays: On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning
- Weekends: Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med/surg
- On-Call Encounters: Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents
- Response Time: 30 minutes
- Board Certification: Required (Board Eligible acceptable)
- State License: Pennsylvania only
- Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Required
- ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required
- Fellowship: Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry
- Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 14 days
- Hospital Privileges: Temporary privileges available
- Hospital Stroke Certification: No
- Practice Setting: Adult inpatient psychiatric unit
- Support Staff: Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries
- Scheduling:
- September 9-13, 21-30
- October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31
- Response Time: Prompt response required for on-call duties
This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply!
Job ID: j-243975
- Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA
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