Psychiatry - General/Other Locum Tenens Jobs in California

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Concord, CA - This Job at a Glance * Job Reference Id:  ORD-219712-MD-CA * Title:  MD * Dates Needed:  Ongoing * Shift Type:  Day Shift * Assignment Type:  Clinic * Call Required:  No * Board Certification Required:  Yes * Job Duration:  Locums About the Facility This county mental health facility provides outpatient psychiatric services to children and adolescents in Concord, California. The facility operates on an onsite model, with clinical staff delivering coordinated psychiatric care to a pediatric patient population. The facility seeks a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to support ongoing locum tenens coverage. About the Facility Location Concord, California offers a range of entertainment and recreational options throughout the year. Todos Santos Plaza serves as a central gathering point, hosting free concerts and markets with children's play areas. Additional attractions in the area include Concord Pavilion, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, and Sunvalley Shopping Center, providing diverse options for clinicians on assignment. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide full-time outpatient psychiatric services for child and adolescent patients onsite at a county mental health clinic, working 40 hours per week during day shift hours. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, with 90 minutes allocated for new evaluations and 1 hour for follow-up appointments, as well as developing individualized treatment plans and providing ongoing medication management. No call obligations are associated with this position. Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and prescriptive authority are required. Additional Job Details * Case Load/PPD:  Variable * Patient Population:  Children * Location Type:  On-Site * Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes * Government:  No * Shift Hours:  Full time (40 hours) * Cases Treated:  Child and adolescent psychiatric conditions * Average Length of Stay:  Not applicable * Census:  Not applicable * Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  Variable * Initial Evaluation Time:  90 minutes for new evaluations;  1 hour for follow-up Why choose LocumTenens.com? 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 Contact:

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in San Francisco, CA - |24| Amount of coverage needed/month: Facility is looking for a provider who can cover 2 weekends/month and the following Monday/Tuesday OR full time weekday coverage in addiition to the weekends. Shift times: Monday/Tuesday: 8a-5p on site and then night call after until 8a Weekends: Generally 6 hrs of rounding starting at 8am. Once provider finishes rounding, they'll be on call until 8am the following day Call requirements: Night call Mon/Tues and 24 hr coverage + rounding on weekends. For night call there is an expectation that they will need to place admission orders for anyone accepting that will arrive during that shift as well Patients per day: 6- 12 Required skills and experience needed: • *** Minimum requirements - BC in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CAP) or at minimum BC in General Psychiatry with completed CAP fellowship • Strong foundation in psychiatric principles, diagnoses, and treatment modalities, including psychopharmacology and various psychotherapies. • Experience in administering and managing psychiatric medications in children and adolescents. • Foundation in adolescent development and family systems. • Ability to develop comprehensive and individualized treatment plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with parents/guaridans. • Experience in managing challenging behaviors in adolescent patients, utilizing therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques. • Experience in leading the multidisciplinary team, overseeing patient care, and providing guidance and supervision to other healthcare professionals. • Effective communication skills as the foundation for developing rapport with patients, their families, and team members. • Ability to adapt approach h to meet the diverse needs of our patient population including their unique cultural, socioeconomic, and familial backgrounds. • Abilify to work effectively with other professionals in a collaborative and therapeutic environment. • An understanding of legal frameworks, educational provisions, and safeguarding protocols relevant to adolescent patients. All Inclusive? No Credentialing timeframe: 60-90 days BR: $350/hour Night call: $750/night In person CB Rate: $300 TeleHealth CB Rate: $225 Shift Info: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 16:00)

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California - Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Psychiatry for a 240-day assignment starting Apr 27, 2026. This role involves providing essential telehealth services where patients attend onsite, managing a schedule of 8:30am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Key responsibilities include conducting patient consults and follow-ups, engaging with a multidisciplinary team, and caring for individuals with complex serious mental health conditions, often with dual diagnoses and experiences of homelessness. Responsibilities and Duties * Provide telehealth services where patients attend onsite from the facility. * Engage in multidisciplinary team interaction. * Participate in a full service partnership model. * Be available for onsite work one week every two months. * Conduct consults and follow-up appointments; new patient exams are rare (approximately 5 per month, 1 hour each), with follow-ups lasting 30 minutes. * Manage patient documentation, with time built into the schedule. * Treat patients with serious mental health conditions, including psychotic disorders, and support impaired and impoverished individuals. * Care for a patient population with dual diagnoses (often involving meth or marijuana), trauma, and experiences of homelessness, facing serious mental illness. * Ensure all patient notes are completed on the same day. Additional Information * EMR: Smartcare Benefits * Strong compensation * Travel-related expenses covered * A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided * Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. #LI-SC1

Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Los Angeles, CA - Central City Community Health Center, Inc. - * Part Time * Employed * Loan Repayment * Compensation: $301,265 to $414,575 base salary (will be prorated for PT) * Benefits: - Health/Dental/Vision - Life Insurance - Paid Vacation/Sick Leave 9 days/15 Paid Holidays - 403b with employer match if eligible - 3 CME days with $500 Annual Allowance - Licensing Renewal Fee Reimbursement Including DEA and Professional Dues

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Los Angeles, CA - This Job at a Glance * Job Reference Id:  ORD-216963-MD-CA * Title:  MD * Dates Needed:  ASAP - Ongoing * Shift Type:  Day Shift * Assignment Type:  Outpatient * Call Required:  No * Board Certification Required:  No * Job Duration:  Locums About the Facility This program delivers rapid-response psychiatric care directly to clients in permanent supportive housing or to individuals at risk of homelessness due to acute medical or psychiatric illness. A multidisciplinary rounding team conducts psychiatric evaluations and manages medications, including MAT, for a high-acuity population across Los Angeles County, with services concentrated primarily in the downtown area. The program serves adults navigating serious mental illness, dual-diagnosis, and housing instability within a mission-driven community mental health framework. About the Facility Location Los Angeles, California offers a range of cultural, entertainment, and outdoor attractions suited to diverse interests. Clinicians on assignment may explore destinations such as Griffith Observatory, Universal Studios Hollywood, and the Santa Monica Pier, as well as various hiking trails and neighborhood experiences throughout the area. The city provides year-round recreational and cultural opportunities accessible across its many distinct communities. About the Clinician's Workday Clinicians will provide full-time outpatient psychiatric care for a high-acuity adult population, working 40 hours per week during day shifts structured as five 8-hour days (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM) or four 10-hour days (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM), with no call requirements. Expcted to see 3-5 patients per day. It will be the Psychiatrist and another member of the team going out (LCSW, LMFT, etc.) and 2/3rds of the day is likely in the field. They will not have to drive at all as the team will bring the MD with them. Most commonly areas covered will be Downtown LA and Long Beach, CA. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing medications including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and developing treatment plans for patients presenting with serious mental illness, dual-diagnosis, and housing instability. The clinician will participate as part of a multidisciplinary rounding team delivering rapid-response psychiatric services to clients in permanent supportive housing or those at risk of homelessness, primarily concentrated in the downtown area but countywide in scope. Credentialing is estimated to take 3 to 5 weeks, and a live-scan is required prior to the start of the assignment. Additional Job Details * Case Load/PPD:  Variable * Support Staff:  Therapist, Nurse, and Case Managers * Patient Population:  Adults * Call Ratio/Schedule:  N/A * Location Type:  On-Site * Government:  No * Shift Hours:  Full time (40 hours) * Cases Treated:  SMI, dual-diagnosis, homeless and unhoused populations * Average Length of Stay:  Not applicable * Census:  Not applicable * Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  30 minutes per medication management or follow-up visit * Initial Evaluation Time:  60 minutes per initial evaluation Why choose LocumTenens.com? 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 Contact:

Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Baldwin Park, CA - Central City Community Health Center, Inc. - * Full Time * - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM - lunch 12-1 pm * Employed * Loan Repayment * Compensation: $301,265 to $414,575 base salary * Benefits: - Health/Dental/Vision - Life Insurance - Paid Vacation/Sick Leave 9 days/15 Paid Holidays - 403b - 3 CE days with $500 Annual Allowance - Licensing Renewal Fee Reimbursement Including DEA and Professional Dues * Additional Info: - FT, PT opportunities available - EMR: eClinicalWorks

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Costa Mesa, CA - When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it is all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities across the nation. Let one of our recruiters leverage this network to help you get ahead of the curve and find the assignment that's just right for you. * Part time -- 2 - 3 days per week, 8 am - 4 pm or 7:30 am - 3:30 pm * 8 - 12 patients per day * Outpatient -- all ages * TMS experience required * After hours consults may be requested * We negotiate better pay and deposit it weekly * We arrange complimentary housing and travel and comprehensive malpractice coverage * We simplify the credentialing and privileging process * Access to online portal for assignment details and time entry * Your specialized recruiter takes care of every detail

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Chico, CA - Adelphi is seeking a psychiatrist to provide hybrid psychiatric services at an outpatient facility in Oroville/Chico Area, California. The psychiatrist will conduct psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing psychiatric care for adult patients in a collaborative outpatient setting. Job Quick Facts: • BD-852-03 • Profession: Physician • Speciality: Psychiatrist • Location: Oroville/Chico Area, CA • Facility Type: Behavioral Health Clinic • Service Setting: Outpatient • Job Type: Contract • Coverage Type: Tele-psychiatry with one week for on site visits every month/quarter • Shift Schedule: 36 hours/week (Ideally 8-hour days (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with 1-hour lunch) • Call Schedule: No on call • Patient visits: 60 minutes, Follow-up visits: 30 minutes, Maximum of 14 follow-ups/day if schedule is full, No-show rate: Approximately 25% • Documentation/Admin Time: 1 hour per day included in schedule • Start Date: April 1 (Long-term assignment) Requirements: • Active CA license • BC/BE • DEA License • Valid US driver’s license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations Responsibilities: • Conduct psychiatric evaluations, formulate diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans. • Provide ongoing medication management and psychotherapy as needed. • Perform crisis intervention, including prescribing and administering emergency medications. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support services including NPs, counselors, therapists, and case managers. • Evaluate patients for voluntary/involuntary commitment and complete required documentation. • Maintain detailed and compliant medical records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. • Support continuity of care for patients engaged in day treatment and substance use programs. • Any other duties as assigned.

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California - This Job at a Glance * Job Reference Id:  ORD-202712-MD-CA * Title:  MD * Dates Needed:  December ongoing two days per week * Shift Type:  Day Shift * Assignment Type:  Clinic * Call Required:  No * Board Certification Required:  Negotiable * Job Duration:  Locums About the Facility A facility is seeking a psychiatrist for locum tenens coverage. About the Facility Location Northern California is known for its redwood forests and dramatic Pacific coastline! While on assignment, visit the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, or Alcatraz Island! About the Clinician's Workday There will be adult OP coverage 8a-5p, remote or onsite. Additional Job Details * Case Load/PPD:  8-10 * Location Type:  Hybrid * Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes * Government:  No * Shift Hours:  Part time (16 hours) Why choose LocumTenens.com? 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 Contact:

Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Barstow, CA - We are seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Adult Psychiatrist for an exciting 3-month locum assignment in California , with the possibility of extension. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS * 📍 Outpatient setting * 📅 3-month assignment * ⏰ 32+ hours per week preferred (providers available for 20+ hours/week will also be considered) * 👥 Adult patient population * Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Conduct psychiatric evaluations, intakes, and comprehensive assessments * Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans * Manage medication and provide ongoing psychiatric follow-up care * Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation * Review medical records, laboratory results, and diagnostic studies * Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals * Participate in treatment team meetings and provide consultation to care providers * Support families and caregivers through education and counseling * Assist with legal documentation and court testimony when required * Ensure compliance with all applicable state, federal, and accreditation standards QUALIFICATIONS ✔ Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry ✔ Active California medical license (or ability to obtain) ✔ Experience treating adult patients in an outpatient setting preferred ✔ Strong communication, clinical, and documentation skills If you're looking for a rewarding outpatient psychiatry opportunity with a supportive clinical team, we'd love to hear from you! 📩 Apply today or send your updated CV to learn more.