Job Title: Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens)
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Position Overview:We are seeking a qualified Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive mental health care within an inpatient setting. This role involves evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with complex psychiatric conditions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.
Schedule:Monday through Friday, 08 30
Option for a four (4) 10-hour shift schedule, pending final confirmation
Key Responsibilities:Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans
Provide medication management and ongoing patient care
Complete required clinical documentation, including routine progress notes
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including advanced practice providers and medical staff
Participate in treatment planning meetings and case reviews
Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Patient Population & Workload:Adult inpatient population within a forensic setting
Moderate, structured caseload with shared coverage on certain units
Staffing Structure:Multidisciplinary team including psychiatric providers, medical physicians, and advanced practice clinicians
Collaborative care model supporting patient treatment and continuity of care
Requirements:Active Missouri medical license
Current controlled substance registration required
Valid DEA registration required
MD or DO with specialization in Psychiatry
Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry
Experience in inpatient or forensic psychiatry settings strongly preferred
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
