A hospital is seeking a psychologist for locum tenens coverage.The facility is located 71 miles northwest of downtown Philadelphia, PA.A full-time psychologist is needed at a state psychiatric hospital due to a vacancy. The role requires working inpatient with general adult and court-ordered patients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, PTSD, and paranoia. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, totaling 37.5 hours per week with a half-hour unpaid lunch. Responsibilities include leading the Co-occurring Program for patients with mental illness and substance abuse, overseeing department goals and projects, evaluating referrals from hospital units, and effectively working in cross-cultural situations to provide appropriate interventions.Dates Needed:  June - OngoingCase Load/PPD:  Census of 30Shift Type:  Day ShiftAssignment Type:  InpatientAssignment Duration:  LocumsShift Hours:  Full time (40 hours)Cases Treated:  Schizophrenia, Bi-Polar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, PTSD, ParanoiaAverage Length of Stay (IP):  Varies, could be several months-yearsCensus (IP Only):  30Call Required:  NoBoard Certification Required:  YesPrescriptive Authority Required:  YesPatient Population:  AdultsSupport Staff:  Treatment team consists of Psychiatrist, Registered Nurse, Psychology, Social Work, Medical Physician, Therapeutic/VocationalGovernment:  No Reference ID:  ORD-184808-PhD-PA