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Adelphi Locums

Psychiatrist

Adelphi Locums, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Job Details

Job Title: Psychiatrist (Adult and/or Child)

Location: San Jose, CA

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: Starting January 1, 2026 (ongoing, part-time schedule)

Clinical Shift Schedule: 12–16 hours per week; flexible schedule within business hours (Mon–Fri, 8:30a–5:00p)

Job Overview

Job Title: Psychiatrist (Adult and/or Child)

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: San Jose, CA

Service Setting: Outpatient Clinic

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: Starting January 1, 2026 (ongoing, part-time schedule)

Clinical Shift Schedule: 12–16 hours per week; flexible schedule within business hours (Mon–Fri, 8:30a–5:00p)

COVERAGE DATES

January 1, 2026 – Ongoing (part‑time coverage, 12–16 hours per week)

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Developmentally disabled patients with mental health disorders (adult and child populations)

Patient Volume/Census: 6–10 patients per day (depending on follow‑ups vs. new psychiatric evaluations)

Case Mix: Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Disruptive Mood Disorder, OCD, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and related psychiatric conditions

FACILITY INFORMATION

No. of Beds in Department: Outpatient clinic (non‑inpatient setting)

EMR System: Avatar NX

Office Equipment Available: Standard outpatient psychiatric evaluation tools and electronic health record system

Specialty Backup Available: Medical Director, nurses, clinicians, and case managers for collaborative care

Support Staff Available: Multidisciplinary clinical and administrative team

Reason for Coverage: Growth

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: No

Credentialing Timeline: 30–60 days

Orientation: Required prior to start (virtual or onsite, as arranged with facility)

Compensation & Benefits

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not covered (local/drive‑in candidates preferred)

Required Procedures

Psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations (MSEs)

Ongoing medication management and treatment planning

Diagnosis and documentation per DSM criteria

Telehealth and in‑person psychiatric consultations

Completion of all required reports and electronic medical records

Job Requirements

Licenses: Active California license required

Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Adult and/or Child Psychiatry preferred)

DEA: Authorized to prescribe controlled substances

Certifications: Must be eligible for MediCal/Medicare certification

Experience: Prior experience with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders preferred

Other Qualifications: Flu and COVID vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted); must enter hours in Vemsta platform; in‑person presence required at least one day per week

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and mental status examinations

Provide diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing psychiatric care for assigned clients

Utilize Avatar NX EMR and follow Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines

Collaborate closely with Medical Director, nurses, clinicians, and case managers to deliver client‑centered care

Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes per facility standards

Provide telehealth consultations (Zoom) and in‑person clinic visits as scheduled

Participate in quality assurance, improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration initiatives

Educate families and caregivers on psychiatric conditions and treatment plans

Prepare legal or court‑related documentation as needed (including JV220 forms)

Maintain a flexible, inclusive, and culturally sensitive approach consistent with Hope Services’ mission

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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