Job Title:
Physician Psychiatric-Mental Health - Competitive Salary
Company: ICON Medical Network
Location: Richmond, TX
Created: 2026-05-05
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Description:Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. LOCUM Corrections Psychiatrist *128770: Southeast, Texas Type of Provider(s) client will accept (Including Specialty): Psychiatrist Start Date: ASACDates: 3 months with possibility of extensionWork Schedule: Mon- Fri with 8-hour shiftsInpatient or Outpatient: Inpatient clinic setting within the prisonStaffing Mix: Will have medical support staff in the medical infirmaryDoes the Provider need to prescribe? YesCertifications required: ACLS; BLS- Must be AHA certified; Must be board certified or Board EligibleBackground Experience: Inpatient Psychiatry Credentialing Requirements/Timeframe: 14-21 daysAdditional Information:Will complete evaluations in D&E (Diagnostic and Evaluation)- up to 5 working days to stabilize and determine if patients need admission to a treatment trackWill also see patients who have already been admitted- treat with psychotropic medications, discharge back to assigned units when stablePsychiatrists will assist with involuntary admission hearings, compelled medication hearings, and evaluations/documentation for civil commitments to free world state psychiatric hospitals (inmates leaving the prison system who require additional psych treatment)- may be required to testify in commitment hearings occasionally- currently doing by Zoom/phone.Become an ICON: Never worry about your travel accommodations again! In addition to our in-house travel team, ICON is proud to partner with Christopherson Travel for additional after-hours support. xijylhu All ICON providers will have access to comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverages through the Independent Contractors Benefits Association (ICBA).Weekly pay