What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Psychologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Georgia position at Vetted Health?
An inpatient forensic facility is seeking a full-time Psychologist to support a newly opening unit in January. The credentialing process typically takes about two weeks, with a 6-month contract starting in January and the option to extend beyond the initial period.
The inpatient forensic facility is about an half and a half from Atlanta, GA.
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. While therapeutic services are encouraged, they are not mandatory. Patients are typically seen for one-hour sessions.
Dates Needed : 1 / 1 / 2025 - 6 / 1 / 2025
Case Load / PPD : 4-5 PPD
Shift Type : Day Shift
Assignment Type : Inpatient
Assignment Duration : Locums
Shift Hours : Full time (40 hours)
Cases Treated : schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, criminal charges
Average Length of Stay (IP) : 1 year
Call Required : No
Board Certification Required : No
Prescriptive Authority Required : No
Patient Population : Adults
Support Staff : MDs, PMHNPs, Psychologists on staff for collaboration.
Government : No
Reference ID : ORD-183345-PsyD-GA
