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General/Adult Psychiatry Job in Saint Louis, Missouri

Psychiatrist

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:General/Adult Psychiatry

Location:Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

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

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking an experienced Inpatient Psychiatrist to provide forensic psychiatric care to adult patients at a facility in St. Louis, Missouri. The ideal candidate will perform evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing care for court-ordered patients in compliance with applicable regulations.

Job Quick Facts
• Ref: BD-1341 A
• Specialty: Psychiatry
• Job Type: Contract (Full-Time)
• Contract Length: 6 months, with option to extend
• Location: St. Louis City, Missouri
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Forensic (Not outpatient)
• Coverage Type: Onsite only
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Shift Options: Monday–Friday (8-hour shifts)
      - OR 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts; Mon–Thurs or Tues–Fri)
• Start Date: ASAP (pending completion of credentialing and clearance requirements)
• Compensation: TBD

Requirements
• Must be a Licensed Physician in the State of Missouri
• Active unrestricted Missouri Medical License with no sanctions
• Active DEA certification
• Active Missouri BNDD registration
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry preferred
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry required
• Experience with forensic or court-ordered populations preferred
• Must complete all credentialing, background screening, and security clearance requirements prior to start
• Must be able to complete fingerprinting (in-state requirement)
• Must provide negative TB test (within 1 year)
• Must provide government-issued photo identification
• Must provide at least one professional reference
• All certifications must remain active throughout the assignment

Responsibilities
• Provide direct patient care, including psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning
• Provide psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment planning for competency restoration patients
• Conduct face-to-face psychiatric evaluations and ongoing patient monitoring for court-ordered patients
• Manage adult patients with serious mental illness in a structured inpatient forensic setting
• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with clinical guidelines
• Participate in required orientation and training
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, facility regulations, and all applicable guidelines
• Adhere to attendance and leave policies
• Perform duties consistent with those assigned to permanent physicians
• Complete additional duties as assigned

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About Adelphi Locums

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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