Locum Tenens Psychiatrist — Inpatient Dual Diagnosis Unit (Manchester, CT)

We are seeking a Locum Psychiatrist to provide inpatient coverage for a 22‑bed dual-diagnosis unit in Manchester, CT, treating patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a structured, team-based setting.

Compensation

• $220 per hour

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• No call

Practice setting

• Inpatient dual-diagnosis unit (22 beds)
• Typical census ~12 patients/day
• Average length of stay: 7–10 days
• Multidisciplinary team: nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatric technicians

Clinical responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and ongoing medication management
• Develop and implement treatment plans for co-occurring psychiatric and substance-use disorders
• Participate in daily rounds and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Coordinate care and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active Connecticut medical license or ability to obtain one
• Prior inpatient psychiatry and/or addiction medicine experience preferred