/Inpatient Psychiatry

Inpatient Psychiatry

United Statesusvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
Not disclosed
// Posted
1 month ago

About the Role

Inpatient Psychiatry
Psychiatry

Psychiatry

Delray Beach, FL Locum Tenens

South Palm Beach County Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist Locum Tenens Opportunity
Emergency Privileges Available • Adult Inpatient Psychiatry • Leadership Opportunity • Resident Teaching • Weekday Schedule

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking experienced Adult Psychiatrists (MD/DO) for an immediate locum tenens opportunity supporting a growing behavioral health service serving South Palm Beach County, Florida.

This assignment offers the rare opportunity to help shape a rapidly expanding inpatient psychiatry program while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule, no overnight call, expedited privileging, and the potential to supervise psychiatric residents. Experienced physicians with leadership backgrounds may also be considered for interim Medical Director responsibilities.

Designed around continuity of care rather than high-volume throughput, this position is ideal for psychiatrists seeking meaningful clinical practice with opportunities to influence program development and physician education.

Opportunity Highlights
Weekday Coverage
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Additional opportunities include:

Practice Environment

Join a growing adult inpatient behavioral health program serving communities throughout South Palm Beach County.

This physician-focused practice emphasizes quality patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuity across the inpatient psychiatric service while also providing consultation support for emergency department and medical/surgical patients.

Providers may have the opportunity to supervise psychiatric residents as part of their daily clinical responsibilities.

Clinical Practice
Responsibilities include:
Adult Inpatient Psychiatry
Typical diagnoses include:
Average clinical metrics include:

Leadership Opportunity
Experienced psychiatrists with prior leadership experience may be considered for:

Candidate Requirements

Submit your CV today to begin expedited credentialing and secure upcoming coverage.
Rhino Medical is leading the charge.

Always Forward. Always Focused. Always for You.

Emergency Privileges Available • Adult Inpatient Psychiatry • Leadership Opportunity • Resident Teaching • Weekday Schedule

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking experienced Adult Psychiatrists (MD/DO) for an immediate locum tenens opportunity supporting a growing behavioral health service serving South Palm Beach County, Florida.

This assignment offers the rare opportunity to help shape a rapidly expanding inpatient psychiatry program while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule, no overnight call, expedited privileging, and the potential to supervise psychiatric residents. Experienced physicians with leadership backgrounds may also be considered for interim Medical Director responsibilities.

Designed around continuity of care rather than high-volume throughput, this position is ideal for psychiatrists seeking meaningful clinical practice with opportunities to influence program development and physician education.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Location: South Palm Beach County, Florida
  • Position: Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist
  • Contract Type: Locum Tenens
  • Immediate Start Available
  • Emergency Privileges Available
  • Expedited Credentialing
  • Monday–Friday Schedule
  • Weekend Round-and-Go Opportunities Available
  • Leadership Opportunity Available
  • Resident Teaching Opportunity
  • No Overnight Call

Weekday Coverage

Monday – Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Additional opportunities include:

  • Weekend Round-and-Go Coverage
  • Hybrid Scheduling Considered
  • 7-On / 7-Off Schedule Considered
  • Weekend-Only Physicians Welcome

Practice Environment

Join a growing adult inpatient behavioral health program serving communities throughout South Palm Beach County.

This physician-focused practice emphasizes quality patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuity across the inpatient psychiatric service while also providing consultation support for emergency department and medical/surgical patients.

Providers may have the opportunity to supervise psychiatric residents as part of their daily clinical responsibilities.

Clinical Practice

Responsibilities include:

  • Adult inpatient psychiatric evaluations
  • Daily patient management
  • New admissions
  • Discharge planning
  • Consultation services for Emergency Department and Medical/Surgical patients
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary behavioral health teams
  • Family communication and treatment planning
  • Resident supervision (when applicable)

Adult Inpatient Psychiatry

Typical diagnoses include:

  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Substance Use Disorders

Average clinical metrics include:

  • Daily Census: Approximately 16 Patients
  • Admissions: Approximately 3 Daily
  • Discharges: Approximately 3 Daily
  • Consultations: 1–2 Daily
  • Average Length of Stay: 6.5 Days

Leadership Opportunity

Experienced psychiatrists with prior leadership experience may be considered for:

  • Interim Medical Director responsibilities
  • Clinical leadership initiatives
  • Resident education and supervision
  • Program development

Candidate Requirements

  • MD or DO
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatry
  • Active Florida Medical License Preferred
  • Adult Inpatient Psychiatry Experience
  • Consultation-Liaison experience welcomed
  • Leadership experience highly valued
  • Resident teaching experience welcomed
  • Emergency Privileges Available
  • Expedited Credentialing
  • No Call
  • Predictable Monday–Friday Schedule
  • Weekend Flexibility Available
  • Leadership Potential
  • Resident Teaching Opportunity
  • Manageable Patient Census
  • Growing Behavioral Health Program
  • Opportunity to Make Lasting Programmatic Impact
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • AAA-Rated Malpractice Coverage
  • Concierge Credentialing Support
  • Dedicated Physician Recruiter
  • Travel Coordination Assistance
  • Transparent Communication Throughout Every Step

Submit your CV today to begin expedited credentialing and secure upcoming coverage.

Rhino Medical is leading the charge.

Always Forward. Always Focused. Always for You.

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