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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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General/Adult Psychiatry Jobs

United States

Texas

Corpus Christi

General/Adult Psychiatry Job in Corpus Christi, Texas

Psychiatrist #85527

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:General/Adult Psychiatry

Location:Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

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

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Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a dedicated part-time Psychiatrist to provide onsite psychiatric care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at a facility in Nueces County, Texas. The Psychiatrist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, conducting evaluations, managing medications, and developing treatment plans to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

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Ref#: BD-673-41
Profession: Physician
Specialty: Psychiatry
Job Type: Part-time (6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension)
Location: Nueces County, Texas
Coverage Type: Onsite (1 day per week of telework may be considered)
Service Setting: Inpatient
Facility Type: Residential Living Facility
Shift Schedule: Part-time; may include on-call coverage
Start Date: Week of November 1, 2025 Requirements
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted license to practice in Texas
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Current DEA registration and NPI number required
Proficient in computer systems and electronic health records (EHR)
Minimum of 3 years of psychiatric experience preferred
Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or mental illness, strongly preferred
Must complete all compliance and credentialing requirements prior to start date €” no exceptions
Must pass a urine drug screening and FBI fingerprint background check
Valid government-issued photo ID required

Responsibilities:

Diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders.
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
Document all clinical encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Collaborate with the medical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Settlement Agreement.
Provide medication management, including justification and monitoring of psychotropic medication use.
Manage acute psychiatric episodes, authorize emergency medications or restraints, and coordinate hospitalizations when necessary.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT) meetings and contribute to individualized care planning.
Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and internal clinical standards (DOJ, ICF-IID, etc.).
Provide consultation and support to behavioral health and direct care staff.
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Interact appropriately and compassionately with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Complete all required agency-specific and state-mandated training prior to assuming full duties.
Participate in emergency preparedness and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) activities as assigned.