Psychiatrist Downtown LA

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Psychiatrist in DowntownLos Angeles CA. This is a locum tenens position (6 months to 1 year) providing psychiatric services for our clients community-based mental health program.

Position Summary:

The program provides comprehensive mental health services to patients in LA County. Services include assessment consultation outpatient and field-based care crisis intervention and both individual and group therapy.

Assignment Details:
Location: Los Angeles CA
Setting: Outpatient
Schedule: Monday through Friday business hours (flexible)
Duration: Ongoing assignment
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate paid weekly

Responsibilities:
Conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management including prescriptions renewals and monitoring for continuity of care.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment teams and provide consultation to other clinicians regarding co-occurring disorders and client care.
Coordinate with referral sources and external agencies to ensure integrated care and appropriate case management.
Identify and refer clients with medical issues to appropriate healthcare providers.
Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling when required.

Qualifications:
Board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist (MD or DO).
Active California medical license.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Computer proficiency and timely documentation skills.

Vivo HealthStaff offers:

Weekly direct deposit
Malpractice insurance provided
Fully digital onboarding and credentialing
Credentialing assistance and compliance support
Experienced recruiter and account management team dedicated to your placement

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff specializes in permanent and contract recruitment for healthcare organizations across the United States. Since 2016 we have partnered with hospitals clinics and government programs to provide experienced and culturally competent healthcare professionals.