Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
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Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc, Altoona
- Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity Near Altoona, PA
We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position near Altoona, PA, starting ASAP and continuing through December 31, 2024. This role involves providing inpatient psychiatric coverage, including scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties.
Position Overview:- Position : Psychiatrist
- Location : Near Altoona, PA
- Start Date : ASAP
- End Date : December 31, 2024
- Coverage Type : Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
- Shift Details :
- Clinical Hours : Day shifts
- On-Call : Weekdays 5 PM - 8 AM; Weekends include rounding on psychiatric units and ED consultations
- Allowed Holidays : 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day
- Practice Setting : Inpatient
- EMR System : Epic
- Inpatient Beds : 29
- Patients Per Shift : 10-12
- Rounding : Both inpatient and consults
- Call Requirements :
- Weekdays : On-call by phone from 5 PM to 8 AM the following morning
- Weekends : Rounding on psychiatric units and consultations in ED and med/surg
- On-Call Encounters : Approximately 2-4 admissions, behavioral issues, PRN medications, and non-routine incidents
- Response Time : 30 minutes
- Board Certification : Required (Board Eligible acceptable)
- State License : Pennsylvania only
- Certifications :
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Required
- ACLS, ATLS, and PALS Not Required
- Fellowship : Preferred in Geriatric Psychiatry
- Estimated Credentialing Timeframe : 14 days
- Hospital Privileges : Temporary privileges available
- Hospital Stroke Certification : No
- Practice Setting : Adult inpatient psychiatric unit
- Support Staff : Midlevel providers assist with new evaluations and summaries
- Scheduling :
- September 9-13, 21-30
- October 1-4, 7-9, 28-31
- Response Time : Prompt response required for on-call duties
This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Psychiatrist who can provide comprehensive care in an inpatient setting and manage on-call responsibilities effectively. If you are ready to step in and support during this period, please apply!
Job ID : j-243975