Physician

LocumTenens.com; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a board-certified psychiatrist to work in an inpatient correctional setting in Texas. The assignment centers on caring for adult male inmates with comprehensive mental health treatment.

Responsibilities include daily rounds on 10-12 patients, developing treatment plans, and coordinating ongoing psychiatric care within a secure facility. Weekdays, on-site with locum-to-permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Board-certified psychiatrist required for inpatient work.
• Experience in correctional health settings preferred.
• Active license in Texas or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient rounds for 10–12 inmates daily.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans.
• Manage ongoing psychiatric care within an inpatient setting.

Skills

Inpatient Psychiatry

Treatment Planning

Patient Rounds

Education

Board Certification (Psychiatry)

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-210035-MD-TX
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP and Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This inpatient mental health facility operates within the state prison system, serving a census of 550 inmates requiring psychiatric care. The facility provides specialized mental health services in a secure correctional environment with dedicated staff and resources.

About the Facility Location

Texas offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Hill Country region, including hiking at state parks and wildlife viewing experiences. The area features family attractions such as amusement parks, water parks, and adventure activities including ropes courses and zip line experiences for recreational enjoyment.

About the Clinician's Workday

The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive mental health treatment to adult male inmates within an inpatient correctional setting. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient rounds on 10-12 individuals, developing treatment plans, and managing ongoing psychiatric care. Board certification is required for this position, which offers locums to permanent placement opportunities with standard Monday through Friday scheduling.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: 10-12
• Support Staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support within the state prison system
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated: inmates requiring ongoing mental-health treatment with inpatient care
• Census: 550

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