NP / Psychiatry / Iowa / Locum tenens / Locum Tenens NP/PA Psychiatry Opportunity in IA

Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc is looking for NP / Psychiatry / Iowa / Locum tenens / Locum Tenens NP/PA Psychiatry Opportunity in IA in Mediapolis, IA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3845501050 is live since 2026-09-21 20:32:04.
Are you a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with experience in Psychiatry looking for a locum tenens opportunity? An esteemed healthcare facility in southeastern Iowa is seeking a dedicated NP/PA to provide PRN psychiatry coverage for their inpatient behavioral health department. This position offers flexible scheduling and an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care.Position Details

• Location: Near Mediapolis, IA
• Position Type: Locum Tenens PRN Coverage
• Specialty: Psychiatry, providing care to adolescent through geriatric patients
• Shift Type: Varied primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (includes a one-hour unpaid lunch)
• Weekend Requirements: None required
• On Call Requirements: Yes, with a 1:4 call rotationJob Highlights
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient behavioral health and hospital consults
  • Patient Demographic: Ages 8 through geriatric
  • Typical Patient Load: 10-15 patients per day
  • Number of Beds: 28 adult beds, 8 adolescent beds
  • Support: Supervising physician available remotely via telehealth, when needed
  • Electronic Medical Records: Cerner
  • Trauma Level: IIIResponsibilities
    • Conducting thorough admission histories and psychiatric assessments
    • Performing physical examinations and rounds
    • Diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including:
      • Mood disorders
      • Psychotic disorders
      • Substance-related disorders
      • Anxiety disorders
      • Cognitive and personality disorders
      • Prescribing and managing medications
      • Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies
      • Coordinating ongoing care in consultation with supervising psychiatrists
      • Facilitating addiction education and management
      • Completing administrative duties as necessary
      • Providing continuity of care and coordination for patient referralsRequired Qualifications
        • Certification: Board Certified required
        • Licensing: Iowa state license or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) required
        • Experience: Minimum of one year in psychiatry; new graduates are not accepted for this role
        • Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 daysCompensation and Rates
          • Hourly: Standard and holiday rates available
          • Overtime and Holiday Overtime: Applicable for eligible shifts
          • Call Rates: Additional compensation for nightly, weekend, and holiday call coveragePresentation Requirements
            • Up-to-date CV with locum tenens history
            • Active NPI and Iowa or Compact license number
            • Availability and references, if available
            • Documentation of malpractice coverage or background checksIf you're interested in this flexible locum tenens opportunity, where you'll work in a supportive environment while enjoying competitive compensation, please apply now with Job ID to learn more.

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