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Posted 12 August, 2026

Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Inpatient Coverage in Spokane, Washington

LocumTenens.com
Medical Lake, WA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-135661-MD-WA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: September 2026 - March 2027
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: No
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This state hospital provides structured inpatient psychiatric services for adult patients within an established institutional clinical environment. The facility maintains professional standards and clinical protocols to support continuity of psychiatric care delivery. The average length of stay for the patient population served exceeds 190 days, reflecting the long-term nature of the care provided.

About the Facility Location

Spokane, Washington is a four-season destination offering a range of outdoor and indoor attractions. The city features Riverfront Park, Manito Park, Spokane Falls, and the Centennial Trail, providing diverse recreational options throughout the year. An active arts and entertainment scene is supported by venues such as the Spokane Civic Theatre, the Knitting Factory, and the Fox Theater, which host a variety of live performances for residents and visitors.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services for adult patients at a state hospital, working Monday through Friday during day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management for the adult inpatient population. No call coverage is required for this assignment. Prescriptive authority is required for all clinicians considered for this position.


Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: Variable
  • Patient Population: Adults
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
  • Government: No
  • Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
  • Cases Treated: Adult inpatient psychiatric conditions
  • Average Length of Stay: 190 + days
  • Census: Variable
  • Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Not applicable
  • Initial Evaluation Time: Not applicable

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

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  • Digital hub for assignment details