Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to provide onsite care in Fort Bend County, Texas. The ideal candidate will serve as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured and supportive environment.

• Ref#: BD-673-30
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Psychiatrist
• Job Type: Full-time (minimum 2-month contract)
• Location: Fort Bend County, Texas
• Coverage Type: Onsite (1 day/week telework may be considered)
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Facility Type: Residential Living Facility
• Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
• Start Date: Week of 08/11/2025
• Compensation: $130–$150/hour

Requirements:

• MD or DO, licensed (unrestricted) to practice in Texas.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Current DEA registration and NPI number.
• Eligible to enroll as a Medicaid/Medicare Part B provider.
• Completion of psychiatric residency.
• Minimum 3 years of psychiatric experience preferred.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental illness strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medication efficacy, side effects, and polypharmacy.
• Strong diagnostic, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Must complete all compliance requirements prior to start date — no exceptions.
• Must pass urine drug screening and FBI fingerprint background check.
• Valid government-issued photo ID required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform psychiatric evaluations and medication reviews in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT).
• Diagnose and treat individuals using psychotropic medications and evidence-based interventions.
• Develop and update individualized psychiatric treatment plans based on clinical assessments and team input.
• Conduct quarterly, follow-up, and emergency psychiatric clinics as needed.
• Collaborate with neurology, behavioral health, and medical professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Monitor lab results, modify treatments accordingly, and document thoroughly in the electronic health record.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage acute psychiatric episodes, authorize emergency medications or restraints, and coordinate hospitalizations when indicated.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and internal clinical standards (DOJ, HHS, ICF-IID, etc.).
• Provide consultation and support to behavioral and direct care staff.
• Complete required agency-specific and state-mandated training prior to assuming full duties.
• Participate in emergency preparedness or COOP activities as assigned.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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