Description
We are seeking a Geriatric Inpatient Psychiatrist for a locum tenens assignment beginning September 9, 2026.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with both Geriatric and Adult Inpatient Psychiatry populations.
About the Facility
- Unit size: 22 beds
- Average daily census: patients
- Average length of stay: days
- Patient volume: Up to 8 patients per day
- All patients are admitted to the unit
- Physician coverage: 3 psychiatrists supporting 22 beds
- No psychiatric NPs or PAs on the unit
- EMR system: Epic Active
Compensation:
Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient psychiatric care for geriatric patients
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage psychiatric conditions
- Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans
- Collaborate with the psychiatric care team to provide comprehensive patient care
- Manage up to 8 patients per day within the inpatient setting
Qualifications
- Active Massachusetts medical license required
- Massachusetts candidates highly preferred
- Must have experience in Geriatric Inpatient Psychiatry
- Candidates with experience in both Geriatric and Adult Inpatient Psychiatry are strongly preferred
- Flu vaccination required with no exceptions or waivers
Working Hours
- Start Date: September 9, 2026
- End Date: December 11, 2026
- Assignment length: 3 months with possibility of extension and future shifts
- Schedule: Monday Friday
- Hours: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Lunch: 30-minute unpaid lunch
- Call requirement: None
Skills
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Adult Inpatient Psychiatry
- Inpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment
- Patient management in a hospital-based setting
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic
Additional Requirements
- EPIC training required prior to start date
- Flu vaccination required, no waivers or exceptions
- Massachusetts license required to proceed
