Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Saranac Lake, NY

Company: LocumJobsNetwork
Location: Saranac Lake
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Saranac Lake, NY Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsNetwork is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in Saranac Lake, New York, 12983! JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Psychiatrist Inpatient Psych Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Saranac Lake, NY Service Setting: Inpatient Senior Behavioral Health Unit Coverage Type: Clinical Call Coverage Period: September 15, 2025 Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule: Daily on-site, 8a 5p (1hr unpaid lunch; flexible) On-Call Shift Schedule: Nightly, 5p 8a COVERAGE DATES Sep 15-22, 2025 PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Geriatric (Ages 55) Patient Volume/Census: Average 812 patients daily Admissions: Yes Rounding: Included Phone Consults: Yes (Med/Surg or ED; infrequent) Case Mix: 100% Senior Behavioral Health Unit FACILITY INFORMATION No. of Beds in Department: 12 EMR System: Meditech Office Equipment Available: Dictation services available Specialty Backup Available: Physicians available for H&P Support Staff Available: Social workers and nurses Reason for Coverage: Short-term coverage need PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (Emergency Privileges) Credentialing Timeline: Must be credentialed by 09/15/2025 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES Psychiatric evaluations and rounding Consults on Med/Surg or ED floors (infrequent) Documentation and charting JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active NY license required Board: Board Eligible (within 5 years) DEA: Active DEA Certification Experience: Experience in geriatric psychiatry preferred Other Qualifications: Willing to train on Meditech; flexible and personable; team player DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide psychiatric care to geriatric inpatients Complete daily rounds and patient assessments Be available for overnight in-house call Collaborate with interdisciplinary team Participate in documentation and dictation as required Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Avoid the hassle of permanent relocation by taking on temporary assignments in various locations, experiencing different communities without long-term commitment. Choose assignments based on your preferred locations, accommodating personal preferences or opportunities for family visits and exploration. Engage with peers and colleagues in collaborative learning environments, sharing insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to patient care. Prevent professional fatigue by changing environments regularly, avoiding the monotony of routine practice. Tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle, allowing for personal commitments and travel. 1660356EXPTEMP

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