Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Columbus, Nebraska
This locums assignment runs from October 12, 2026 to April 16, 2026, with day shifts in an outpatient setting. No call required. Board certification is negotiable. Transportation and housing costs are covered for the approximately six-month assignment.
About the Facility
This outpatient psychiatric facility delivers mental health services to a patient population spanning all ages within a structured clinical environment. The facility is able to complete credentialing in less than 30 days, supporting a timely transition into clinical practice.
Location
Columbus, Nebraska and the surrounding Platte County region offer a range of recreational and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. Visitors may enjoy thoroughbred racing at Columbus Races, water recreation at Pawnee Plunge Water Park and Lake North, and green spaces such as Gerrard Park. The area also features cultural institutions including the Platte County Historical Society and Museum, as well as community amenities such as the Columbus Public Library and Central Community College.
Schedule
Clinicians work day shifts Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, plus 8 hours of dedicated administrative time, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. No call coverage is required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct new patient psychiatric evaluations (60 minutes per initial evaluation)
- Provide follow-up appointments (30 minutes per visit) for patients across all age groups
- Manage outpatient psychiatric conditions for all ages
Requirements
- Prescriptive authority required
- Board certification negotiable
- Ability to work on-site in Columbus, Nebraska
Additional Details
- Case load: Variable
- Patient population: All ages
- Location type: On-site
- Government facility: No
- Shift hours: Full time (40 hours per week)
- Cases treated: Outpatient psychiatric conditions; all ages
- Follow-up appointments: 30 minutes per visit
- Initial evaluation time: 60 minutes per evaluation