Psychiatry Physician

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Company: Arc Health
Location: Fort Yuma Service Unit Near Yuma, AZ
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Specialty: Psychiatry

Position Overview Arc Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatry Physician to provide high-quality behavioral health services in a locum tenens role. This position offers the opportunity to serve diverse and underserved populations while collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team in a supportive clinical environment.

Facility Overview The Fort Yuma Service Unit is located on the Quechan/Fort Yuma Indian Reservation in southwestern Arizona, serving members of the Quechan and Cocopah Tribes.

The facility provides comprehensive healthcare services, including:

• Primary Care
• Behavioral Health
• Pediatrics
• Preventive Medicine
• Dental Services

Patients requiring higher-acuity care are referred to regional facilities in Yuma or Phoenix.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments
• Diagnose and treat mental health conditions (mood, anxiety, psychotic, substance use disorders, etc.)
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Educate patients and families on treatment and care plans

Qualifications Required:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Completion of accredited Psychiatry Residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Minimum 3 years residency training + 2 years specialty experience
• Active, unrestricted medical license
• Current DEA registration
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Clean NPDB
• Eligible for Medicare/Medicaid billing (CMS)
• Ability to obtain credentialing and privileges

Preferred:

• Previous locum tenens experience
• Experience in rural, tribal, or underserved settings
• Familiarity with EMR systems

️ Schedule & Assignment Details

• Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• 30-minute lunch included
• Outpatient setting (with potential for inpatient/consults depending on need)
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Call requirements (if applicable) discussed during interview

Skills & Competencies

• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Team-oriented with ability to work independently
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

Compensation & Benefits

• $235/hour
• Travel and housing provided
• Malpractice coverage included

Why Join Arc Health?

• Mission-driven work serving underserved communities
• Dedicated credentialing and logistics support
• Flexible assignments with competitive compensation
• Strong, ongoing provider support

Apply Today We are actively submitting candidates and encourage interested physicians to apply by June 19, 2026 for priority consideration.

Expressing interest does not obligate you to accept the position but allows us to move forward efficiently in the selection process.

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and join Arc Health in delivering vital psychiatric care to communities in need.