Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other - $5,960 to $7,060 per week in Hazard, KY Job at GHR Healthcare, Hazard, KY

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  • GHR Healthcare
  • Hazard, KY

Job Description

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: Hazard, KY
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $5,960 to $7,060 per week
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Locum Tenens Psychiatrist Job in Hazard, Kentucky

Join a locum tenens psychiatry opportunity in Hazard, Kentucky, and provide high-quality behavioral health care in a supportive inpatient setting. This psychiatry physician job offers competitive pay, ongoing scheduling, and the chance to serve patients with a wide range of psychiatric and mental health needs in a welcoming Appalachian community.

Overview

This ongoing locum tenens psychiatrist position is ideal for a board-certified or board-eligible physician who enjoys a fast-paced patient care environment and has experience managing complex behavioral health presentations. The per diem schedule includes an estimated 15 patient encounters per shift. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate psychiatrist seeking Kentucky psychiatry jobs with meaningful clinical impact.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Psychiatry
  • Position Type: Locum tenens, per diem
  • Setting: On-site inpatient behavioral health environment
  • Location: Hazard, Kentucky
  • Start Date: September 14, 2026
  • End Date: Ongoing
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,960 - $7,060
  • Patient Volume: Approximately 15 patient encounters per shift
  • Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 30 days
  • Certification: BLS required
  • Board Status: Board certified or board eligible required

Job Requirements

  • Active MD license and eligibility to practice psychiatry
  • At least 1 year of psychiatry experience preferred
  • Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry
  • BLS certification required
  • Experience with anxiety disorders, affective disorders, ADD/ADHD, personality disorders, developmental disorders, psychotic disorders, and organic disorders
  • Comfort working with involuntary commitments, seclusion therapy, and restraint application
  • Proficiency in pharmacotherapy and group therapy
  • Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychiatric evaluations, follow-up care, and treatment planning for patients with complex behavioral health needs
  • Manage a daily patient load of approximately 15 encounters
  • Diagnose and treat a broad range of psychiatric conditions in an inpatient behavioral health setting
  • Support patients through evidence-based medication management and therapeutic interventions
  • Collaborate with the care team to deliver safe, high-quality behavioral health services
  • Oversee and document care related to involuntary commitments, seclusion, and restraint procedures when indicated
  • Contribute to a positive, compassionate, and structured treatment environment

Apply now to explore this locum tenens psychiatry job in Hazard, Kentucky and join a healthcare team dedicated to exceptional behavioral health care.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Ongoing contract, Full time, Locum, Immediate start, Shift work

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