Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Johnston, RhodeIsland
Company: LocumTenens.com
Location: Coventry
Posted on: March 24, 2026
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Job Description:
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 About the Facility 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. About the Facility Location 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. About
the Clinician's Workday 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.
Additional Job Details - Case Load/PPD: 10-12 - Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support -
Patient
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