Locum Tenens Psychiatrist — Inpatient/Telehealth (Forensic & Acute Adult) | MA, Travel/Lodging Covered

Job ID: N/A

Location: Holyoke, MA 01040
Type: Locum Tenens — Clinical Only
Setting: Inpatient and Telehealth
Coverage Period: Aug 17, 2026 – Ongoing
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Reason: Scheduling need
Travel/Lodging/Malpractice: Covered by agency

Patient/Caseload

• Average daily volume: 12–14 patients
• Rounding: Assigned patients
• Case mix: Forensic adult and acute adult psychiatry

Facility & Support

• EMR: Cerner
• Support staff: 3 office staff
• Temporary hospital privileges available (no permanent hospital privileges required)

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounding on assigned forensic and acute adult inpatients
• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Manage pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy interventions, including group therapy
• Carry out involuntary commitments, seclusion, and restraint procedures as required
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary treatment meetings with RNs, therapists, and administration

Required Qualifications

• Board certified in Psychiatry
• Massachusetts medical license
• BLS certification

Required Clinical Skills/Procedures

• Anxiety disorders, affective disorders, ADHD, personality disorders, developmental disorders, psychotic disorders
• Involuntary commitments, seclusion, restraint application
• Pharmacotherapy and group therapy administration