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General/Adult Psychiatry Job in Saranac Lake, New York

Psychiatrist #82377

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:General/Adult Psychiatry

Location:Saranac Lake, New York, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Psychiatrist Inpatient Psych
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Saranac Lake, NY
  • Service Setting: Inpatient Senior Behavioral Health Unit
  • Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  • Coverage Period: September 15, 2025 Ongoing
  • Clinical Shift Schedule: Daily on-site, 8a 5p (1hr unpaid lunch; flexible)
  • On-Call Shift Schedule: Nightly, 5p 8a COVERAGE DATES
  • Sep 15-22, 2025

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Geriatric (Ages 55+)
  • Patient Volume/Census: Average 812 patients daily
  • Admissions: Yes
  • Rounding: Included
  • Phone Consults: Yes (Med/Surg or ED; infrequent)
  • Case Mix: 100% Senior Behavioral Health Unit

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • No. of Beds in Department: 12
  • EMR System: Meditech
  • Office Equipment Available: Dictation services available
  • Specialty Backup Available: Physicians available for H&P
  • Support Staff Available: Social workers and nurses
  • Reason for Coverage: Short-term coverage need

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (Emergency Privileges)
  • Credentialing Timeline: Must be credentialed by 09/15/2025

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • Psychiatric evaluations and rounding
  • Consults on Med/Surg or ED floors (infrequent)
  • Documentation and charting

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Licenses: Active NY license required
  • Board: Board Eligible (within 5 years)
  • DEA: Active DEA Certification
  • Experience: Experience in geriatric psychiatry preferred
  • Other Qualifications: Willing to train on Meditech; flexible and personable; team player

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide psychiatric care to geriatric inpatients
  • Complete daily rounds and patient assessments
  • Be available for overnight in-house call
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team
  • Participate in documentation and dictation as required

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About Adelphi Locums Organization

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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