Job Details

JB-WA-PSYC-080725-8227
Start Date 01/05/2026
Description

Psychiatrist - Inpatient Coverage (Washington Licensed)


?We are seeking a Board Certified (BC) Psychiatrist with an active Washington (WA) license to provide crucial inpatient coverage for two upcoming maternity leaves. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) opportunity, with an initial 3-month approval and potential for extension.


Opportunity Highlights

  • Specialty: Psychiatry
  • Provider Type: MD/DO
  • Start Date: January 5, 2026 (first day for orientation tasks)
  • Duration: 3-month approval with extensions required every 6 months
  • Schedule: You will work a consistent schedule on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8-hour shifts).
  • Setting: Inpatient (20 beds)
  • Call Requirement: None
  • Responsibilities: You will be responsible for rounding and admissions.
  • Patient Demographics: A full scope of community residents.
  • Patient Volume: You can expect to see an average of 20 patients per day.
  • Team: You will not work solo; you will collaborate with other inpatient behavioral health (BH) clinicians.
  • EMR: You must be a proficient user of Epic.


Requirements

  • Licensure: You must hold an active Washington (WA) license.
  • Required Certifications: Board Certification (BC) is required, along with other certifications mandated by the Medical Staff Office (MSO).
  • Privileges: Hospital privileges.


If you are a Board Certified Psychiatrist with an active WA license and are available for this inpatient role with a consistent weekday schedule, we encourage you to apply.



Job Summary

Location Bellingham, Washington
Job Type Locum
Profession Physician
Board BC
Coverage Type Clinic Only

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