Job · #791214
Forensic Inpatient Psychiatrist
August, CA
Actively hiringPosted 25th Jul, 2026
At a glance
Job typeFull Time
Contract1099
ScheduleNo call
SpecialtyGeneral Psychiatry
ProfessionPsychiatrist
Quick summary
AI summary
Locum psychiatrist role at a California correctional inpatient facility providing adult forensic care on daytime, on-site shifts for a long-term assignment.
Highlights
- No call
- Day shifts
- Full-time 40 hrs
Description
This Job at a Glance
This community mental health facility provides forensic psychiatric services for adult patients within a correctional setting. The facility maintains dedicated support staff and established clinical protocols to support the delivery of forensic psychiatric care. Locum tenens coverage is sought on a long-term, ongoing basis beginning August 31, 2026.
About the Facility Location
California offers a range of experiences suited to diverse interests, from coastal destinations to natural landmarks and cultural attractions. The state encompasses varied landscapes and communities, providing access to outdoor recreation, entertainment, and cultural events throughout the region. Clinicians on assignment will find year-round activities accessible across the state.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians in this role will provide full-time onsite forensic psychiatric services for adult patients during day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week, on-site at a correctional facility. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for adults within the forensic inpatient setting. No call requirements are associated with this assignment.
Additional Job Details
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Job Reference Id: ORD-217836-MD-CA
- Title: MD
- Dates Needed: August 31, 2026 - Ongoing (1-year commitment)
- Shift Type: Day Shift
- Assignment Type: Inpatient
- Call Required: No
- Board Certification Required: Negotiable
- Job Duration: Locums
This community mental health facility provides forensic psychiatric services for adult patients within a correctional setting. The facility maintains dedicated support staff and established clinical protocols to support the delivery of forensic psychiatric care. Locum tenens coverage is sought on a long-term, ongoing basis beginning August 31, 2026.
About the Facility Location
California offers a range of experiences suited to diverse interests, from coastal destinations to natural landmarks and cultural attractions. The state encompasses varied landscapes and communities, providing access to outdoor recreation, entertainment, and cultural events throughout the region. Clinicians on assignment will find year-round activities accessible across the state.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians in this role will provide full-time onsite forensic psychiatric services for adult patients during day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week, on-site at a correctional facility. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for adults within the forensic inpatient setting. No call requirements are associated with this assignment.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 8-10
- Support Staff: yes
- Patient Population: Adults
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No
- Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
- Cases Treated: Adult forensic inpatient psychiatric conditions
- Average Length of Stay: Variable
- Census: Variable
- Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Not applicable
- Initial Evaluation Time: Not applicable
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
- Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
- Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
- Digital hub for assignment details
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