Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Johnston, RI
Company: LocumTenens.com
Location: Johnston
Posted on: March 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other Location:
Johnston, RI Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay
(inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position 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 Contact:
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