Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens)
Location: Suburban Baltimore, MD
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
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Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens) – Full-time Opportunity
Palm Health Resources, a recognized leader in healthcare staffing, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens) for a temporary, full-time assignment at a reputable suburban hospital in Maryland. This is an exciting chance for a psychiatrist to provide essential psychiatric care in a collaborative hospital setting, working alongside an interdisciplinary team that values patient-centered care and professional growth. The position will run from June 23 to July 31, with a potential extension to August 31, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic clinical environment.
As a Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens), you will play a vital role in delivering psychiatric services to voluntary inpatients, as well as conducting consults for both the emergency department and inpatient units. The assignment requires a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and compassionate care, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of mental health support during their stay. The clinical setting is designed to foster teamwork and collaboration, with support from a dedicated Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner who rounds on the unit daily.
The ideal candidate for the Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens) position is board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry, and is comfortable managing both inpatient and consult-liaison responsibilities. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a collaborative approach to patient care. This role is well-suited for psychiatrists who thrive in high-acuity settings, are adaptable, and can quickly integrate into multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless psychiatric support.
This assignment offers a consistent weekday schedule, with working hours from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (or until 4:00 PM to meet an 8-hour minimum, if required). The work environment promotes professional development and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a hospital-based psychiatric setting. Palm Health Resources is committed to supporting its providers with expert placement services, ensuring that the transition into this locum tenens role is efficient and well-supported.
If you are a motivated Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens) seeking a rewarding temporary assignment in a collaborative hospital environment, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button. Take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care and advancing mental health services in the region.
Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens) – Summary- Temporary, full-time position for a board-certified/board-eligible psychiatrist
- Assignment dates: June 23 – July 31, with potential extension to August 31
- Opportunity to work in a respected suburban hospital in Maryland
- Collaborative, supportive team including a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner
- Provide psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment for voluntary inpatients
- Conduct consults in the emergency department and for other inpatient units as needed
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Support and supervise the Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner rounding on the unit
- Document patient encounters and ensure compliance with hospital policies and best practices
- Participate in regular team meetings and case conferences to review patient progress
- Competitive locum tenens compensation package (details provided during the application process)
- Professional support and placement services from Palm Health Resources
- Potential for assignment extension based on hospital needs
- Experience working in a highly regarded hospital system
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry
- Active and unrestricted medical license to practice psychiatry
- Experience in inpatient and consult-liaison psychiatry preferred
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates adaptability and reliability in dynamic clinical environments
- Team-oriented, with a collaborative and supportive approach to patient care
- Comfortable providing psychiatric care in both inpatient and consult settings
- Strong commitment to patient-centered care and mental health advocacy
- Proactive in participating in team meetings and interdisciplinary discussions
- This locum tenens assignment provides valuable experience in a respected hospital setting
- Easy access to both professional development and networking opportunities within the healthcare community
- The hospital is located in a suburban area of Maryland, offering a welcoming work environment and a supportive team culture
Palm Health Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are ready to take the next step as a Psychiatrist (MD/DO, Locum Tenens), click the application button to submit your credentials and join a team dedicated to excellence in mental health care.