This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id : ORD-183345-PsyD-GA Title : PsyD Dates Needed : ASAP - ongoing Shift Type : Day Shift Assignment Type : Inpatient Call Required : No Board Certification Required : No Job Duration : Locums About the Facility An inpatient forensic facility is seeking a full-time Psychologist to support a new unit. The credentialing process typically takes about two weeks, with a 6-month contract starting ASAP and the option to extend beyond the initial period. About the Facility Location The inpatient forensic facility is about an half and a half from Atlanta, GA. About the Clinician's Workday This full-time Psychologist position is for an inpatient forensic facility treating adults aged 18 and older. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with onsite availability preferred. One day a week may include telehealth. The Psychologist will manage a caseload of 17-22 patients, seeing 4-5 patients per day, with risk assessments conducted annually for each patient. A doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) is required, along with an active GA license. Previous inpatient and forensic experience is preferred, though not mandatory. The role involves collaboration with MDs, PMHNPs, and other Psychologists, using Avatar EMR. Additional Job Details Case Load / PPD : 4-5 PPD Support Staff : MDs, PMHNPs, Psychologists on staff for collaboration. Patient Population : Adults Location Type : On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required : No Government : No Shift Hours : Full time (40 hours) Cases Treated : schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, criminal charges Average Length of Stay : 1 year 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 :
Psychology • Atlanta, Georgia, United States