Psychiatrist - Locum Tenens | Psychiatry, MD
Location: Bridge Water, NJ
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Job Description Apply Now
Psychiatrist - Locum Tenens | Psychiatry, MDIf you are a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity, consider joining a leading behavioral health team as an Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist. This position is ideal for professionals interested in supporting inpatient psychiatric care and working alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. The assignment offers a structured weekday schedule, robust support resources, and a positive practice environment, making it an exceptional choice for psychiatrists looking to further their expertise in inpatient behavioral health.
As an Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist, you will be part of a physician-led environment focused on delivering comprehensive mental health services. You will have the opportunity to provide direct care to adult patients, participate in treatment planning, and collaborate with allied professionals including Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), nurses, and behavioral health specialists. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in high-volume, collaborative settings and are eager to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
The position entails a consistent Monday through Friday daytime schedule, with no overnight call requirements, thanks to an established nocturnist program. There is also a minimal weekend commitment, with rounding required only one weekend per month. This allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to a supportive healthcare environment. Exposure to consultation liaison psychiatry is available, offering a chance to broaden your experience within the field.
Your responsibilities will include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating adult inpatients with a variety of psychiatric conditions. You will also collaborate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, facilitate discharge coordination, and support the ongoing development of the behavioral health unit. With an average daily census of 12–14 patients, the environment provides both challenge and opportunity for meaningful patient interaction and professional growth.
This locum tenens position offers competitive compensation and travel assistance, making it a compelling option for psychiatrists seeking flexible, well-supported assignments. Additionally, there is potential for ongoing assignment extensions, allowing you to continue your impact within a thriving behavioral health system.
Located in Northern New Jersey, this opportunity provides access to a vibrant region known for its diverse communities and access to leading healthcare resources. Professionals will appreciate the area’s rich professional networks and supportive practice environment.
If you are a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist with inpatient experience and a passion for collaborative care, we invite you to apply today. Click the application button to take the next step in your career.
Psychiatrist - Locum Tenens | Psychiatry, MD - Summary- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Adult Psychiatrist needed for locum tenens assignment
- Inpatient psychiatric care within a collaborative behavioral health team
- Structured daytime weekday schedule with minimal weekend rounding
- Position located in Northern New Jersey
- Competitive compensation and travel assistance provided
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult psychiatric inpatients
- Manage complex psychiatric and behavioral health conditions
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning sessions
- Coordinate discharge planning and care transitions
- Collaborate with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nursing staff, and behavioral health teams
- Provide consultation liaison psychiatry coverage as needed
- Competitive compensation package
- Travel assistance available for assignment
- Potential for ongoing assignment extensions
- Supportive work environment with robust physician coverage
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (MD or DO)
- Active state medical license preferred
- Previous inpatient psychiatry experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work effectively in high-volume, collaborative settings
- Experienced in adult inpatient psychiatric care
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Comfortable with interdisciplinary collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable to changing patient needs
- Committed to quality patient outcomes and continuous improvement
- Assignment is based within a reputable hospital behavioral health unit
- Minimal weekend rounding (one weekend per month)
- No overnight call required due to nocturnist program
- Opportunity to gain experience in consultation liaison psychiatry
- Apply today by clicking the application button to join a dynamic healthcare team and advance your psychiatry career