Psychiatry - Addiction Physician

Amergis Locum Tenens

covington, ky, United-States
Full-time
Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description


Job Description:
We are actively seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for a locum tenens opportunity in Covington, Kentucky within a structured addiction medicine and behavioral health setting.
This is a weekday-focused assignment supporting both inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder treatment programs.
If you are comfortable managing SUD patients in a collaborative, team-based environment, this opportunity offers predictable scheduling and defined coverage needs.
Position Highlights:
• Location: Covington, KY
• Schedule: Monday Friday
• Shift: 5:00 AM 1:30 PM
• 40 hours per week
• 3-month assignment (potential extension)
• Inpatient + outpatient behavioral health setting
• No listed call responsibilities
• Interview with Medical Director
Clinical Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations
• Perform intake and discharge assessments
• Medication management f...