Locum Physician (MD/DO) – Psychiatry – General/Other in Salinas, CA

Join CompHealth as a Locum Physician specializing in psychiatry, serving patients in Salinas, California. We're seeking a board-certified or board-eligible MD or DO to provide comprehensive psychiatric care on a full-time basis while our team handles the administrative complexities of your assignment.

About the Role

As a locum psychiatrist with CompHealth, you'll deliver patient-centered mental health services across diverse clinical settings in Salinas and Monterey County. We manage credentialing, licensing support, malpractice coverage, and logistical arrangements—travel, housing, and placement coordination—so you can focus entirely on clinical excellence without the staffing headaches.

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
• Develop individualized treatment plans for patients with varied psychiatric conditions
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications for optimal therapeutic response
• Provide ongoing psychiatric care and follow-up treatment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including social workers, nurses, and primary care physicians
• Maintain thorough clinical documentation and accurate medical records
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and crisis situations as required

What We're Looking For

• MD or DO with current California medical licensure
• Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry
• Active DEA registration
• Valid malpractice insurance or enrollment in our coverage program
• Strong clinical acumen and commitment to patient-centered care
• Flexibility to work in varied healthcare environments
• Professional teamwork and communication skills

About CompHealth

CompHealth is the nation's leading locum tenens staffing provider. We've earned our reputation by managing placement logistics, credentialing, and administrative requirements so physicians can practice medicine without the typical staffing burdens.

How to Apply

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