Psychiatry job located in Arkansas

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-212337-MD-AR
• Title:  MD
• Dates Needed:  July 13 - 25 and October 3 - 12
• Shift Type:  Day Shift; 24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:  Inpatient
• Call Required:  Yes
• Board Certification Required:  Yes
• Job Duration:  Locums

This 280-bed, not-for-profit hospital serves southwest Arkansas with comprehensive medical services. As part of a major health system, the facility offers specialized care, including cardiovascular surgery and emergency services, with a strong focus on nursing excellence and patient safety.

This Arkansas region offers diverse outdoor recreational opportunities including rivers, various hiking and biking trails, and state parks. The area provides access to regional attractions and outdoor recreation with year-round activities.

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 55 and older during day shifts with 24-hour call coverage. Clinical duties include conducting psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, floor consultations, and emergency department consults while managing medications for patients requiring acute psychiatric intervention. The clinician will maintain detailed documentation and collaborate with facility staff to ensure effective care delivery for patients admitted to the psychiatric unit.

• Case Load/PPD:  Variable
• Support Staff:  One APRN, Nurses, Case Management, Hospitalist to care for medical issues
• Patient Population:  Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule:  TBD
• Location Type:  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes
• Government:  No
• Shift Hours:  Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated:  Adults 55 and older with psychiatric conditions requiring inpatient treatment
• Average Length of Stay:  Variable
• Census:  Variable
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  Not applicable
• Initial Evaluation Time:  Not applicable

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