Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Johnston, RI

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: Johnston, RI
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

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This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-210091-MD-RI
• Title:  MD
• Dates Needed:  Mid May - Ongoing (6 months - 1 year)
• Shift Type:  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:  Outpatient
• Call Required:  No
• Board Certification Required:  Yes
• Job Duration:  Locums

This facility operates as a comprehensive behavioral health and community mental health clinic located in Johnston, Rhode Island. As part of one of Rhode Island's largest nonprofit behavioral health providers, the facility offers a broad range of services including outpatient treatment, psychiatric medication management, therapy, and integrated care for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. The organization provides specialized services such as dual diagnosis treatment, assertive community treatment, case management, and vocational support in a community-oriented environment focused on helping individuals improve mental health and enhance daily functioning.

Johnston is a suburban town in Providence County, Rhode Island, located just northwest of the city of Providence. Its a residential community with a mix of suburban neighborhoods, local businesses, and public amenities. The town has a diverse population and provides easy access to larger urban services in Providence while retaining a quieter, communityfocused environment. Because its close to major roads like US6 and I295, Johnston is convenient for commuting to Providence and other parts of the state. The community includes schools, parks, shopping areas, and health services making it a central location for healthcare providers like Gateway. There are also additional social and behavioral health support services nearby, reflecting broader community resources focused on wellness.

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services to adult patients aged 18-98 years in a community mental health setting. Clinical responsibilities include conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations for new patients requiring 60 minutes and managing follow-up appointments of 15-30 minutes duration. The clinician will treat patients with various conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, PTSD, and paranoia. Documentation responsibilities include report writing with an 80/20 split between direct patient care and administrative duties using the EPIC EMR system. The position requires board certification in psychiatry with prescriptive authority and involves working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with no call requirements.

• Case Load/PPD:  10-12
• Support Staff:  Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
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