Healthcare & Medical · United States

Psychiatry Physician

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Job summary

CompanyATC West Healthcare Services
Advertiser typeAgency
CategoryHealthcare & Medical
Subcategory
CountryUnited States
LocationUnited States
LanguageEnglish - United Kingdom (en-GB)
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Employment typePermanent
Work hoursNot Specified

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Job description

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)





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