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Locum Tenens Psychiatry Physician Jobs

Explore Locums Psychiatry Opportunities with AMN Healthcare

Are you a Psychiatry Physician professional seeking locums job opportunities? Look no further! AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding temporary positions that align with your career goals. With a total of 53 locum tenens Psychiatry jobs currently available, your next exciting opportunity awaits.

Competitive Compensation for Temporary Psychiatry Jobs Awaits You

When it comes to compensation, AMN Healthcare ensures that our locum tenens opportunities are both rewarding and competitive. The pay rates for our current temporary Psychiatry jobs range from $329k per year to $581k yearly. In the last year, average pay rate based on Psychiatry jobs was $402k per year. As of Jun 23, 2026, the average annual salary for available locum tenens Psychiatry jobs stands at $409k per year.

Stay Informed About Salary Trends for Locums Psychiatry Jobs

Understanding the salary landscape is crucial when evaluating your career options. Based on historical data from the last year of posted locums Psychiatry jobs, the average annual salary remains steady at $402k per year. Additionally, the highest paying job for a temporary Psychiatry position in the past year reached $3.3m annually, illustrating the potential for substantial earnings in the Psychiatry field.

Flexible Start Dates to Suit Your Schedule

AMN Healthcare recognizes the importance of flexibility in your career. As of Jun 23, 2026, we offer locum tenens Psychiatry jobs with various starting dates, including Jul 7, 2026 (53 jobs). This flexibility allows you to plan your assignments according to your preferences, making your transition into a new role seamless.

Diverse Facilities Hiring Psychiatry Professionals

Temporary jobs for Psychiatry Physicians span across various healthcare facilities, including Psychiatric Hospital (165 jobs), Short Term Acute Care Hospital (121 jobs), Correctional (71 jobs), Hospital (45 jobs), and Outpatient Facility (29 jobs) facilities. This diversity not only broadens your options for gaining new experience but also provides valuable networking opportunities.

Benefits of a Locums Psychiatry Job

Opting for a temporary position offers unique benefits, including:

  • Variety and Adventure: Locums roles allow you to work in different settings and healthcare institutions, offering a diverse and enriching experience.
  • Flexibility: You have control over your schedule, enabling you to achieve a desirable work-life balance.
  • High Earning Potential: Locums positions often come with competitive pay rates, offering you the opportunity to earn a significant income while maintaining flexibility.
  • Skill Enhancement: Exposure to various healthcare environments enhances your clinical skills and adaptability.

Ready to embark on your next locums adventure? Explore our exclusive locum tenens Psychiatry jobs on AMNHealthcare.com and take the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career in healthcare. Your dream job is just a click away!

Search Top Paying Locum Tenens Psychiatry Jobs in the U.S.

AMN Healthcare currently has 53 locum tenens Psychiatry positions available in the United States. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in New York

AMN Healthcare currently has Psychiatry positions available in New York.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$276 to $299
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatrist for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Job Setting: InpatientTypes of Cases: Adult Credentialing Timeframe: 4-6 weeksActive State License
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$276 to $299
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatrist for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Job Setting: InpatientTypes of Cases: Adult Credentialing Timeframe: 4-6 weeksActive State License
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$276 to $299
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatrist for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Job Setting: InpatientTypes of Cases: Adult Credentialing Timeframe: 4-6 weeksActive State License
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$276 to $299
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatrist for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Job Setting: InpatientTypes of Cases: Adult Credentialing Timeframe: 4-6 weeksActive State License
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Highest Paying Jobs in Texas

AMN Healthcare currently has Psychiatry positions available in Texas.
locum tenens
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$1,552 to $1,680
Daily Pay*
This facility is seeking a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Dates: Vacation coverage; August 8th, 2022-August 14th, 2022. 
  • Schedule: 8 am-5:30 pm.
  • Job Setting: Rehabilitation Center
  • Electronic Medical Record- EPIC
  • Active Texas license, Board Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA) preferred
locum tenens
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$1,552 to $1,680
Daily Pay*
This facility is seeking a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Dates: Vacation coverage; August 8th, 2022-August 14th, 2022. 
  • Schedule: 8 am-5:30 pm.
  • Job Setting: Rehabilitation Center
  • Electronic Medical Record- EPIC
  • Active Texas license, Board Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA) preferred
locum tenens
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$1,552 to $1,680
Daily Pay*
This facility is seeking a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Dates: Vacation coverage; August 8th, 2022-August 14th, 2022. 
  • Schedule: 8 am-5:30 pm.
  • Job Setting: Rehabilitation Center
  • Electronic Medical Record- EPIC
  • Active Texas license, Board Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA) preferred
locum tenens
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$1,552 to $1,680
Daily Pay*
This facility is seeking a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Dates: Vacation coverage; August 8th, 2022-August 14th, 2022. 
  • Schedule: 8 am-5:30 pm.
  • Job Setting: Rehabilitation Center
  • Electronic Medical Record- EPIC
  • Active Texas license, Board Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA) preferred
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Highest Paying Jobs in Illinois

AMN Healthcare currently has Psychiatry positions available in Illinois.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
The Behavioral Health Division at AMN has been successfully dedicated to locum tenens coverage for over 30 years. We partner with clients nationwide, matching Psychiatrists, Psychologists and PM&R Physicians to their ideal jobs. With over 185 years of combined recruitment experience, you can trust AMN to find your next rewarding assignment!This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity: Full time Onsite Adult IP Psychiatrist· Schedule: Full-time. Monday – Friday.· Job Setting: Inpatient State Hospital· Types of Cases: Adult Forensic· Credentialing Timeframe: 6 weeks· Active State License  
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
The Behavioral Health Division at AMN has been successfully dedicated to locum tenens coverage for over 30 years. We partner with clients nationwide, matching Psychiatrists, Psychologists and PM&R Physicians to their ideal jobs. With over 185 years of combined recruitment experience, you can trust AMN to find your next rewarding assignment!This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity: Full time Onsite Adult IP Psychiatrist· Schedule: Full-time. Monday – Friday.· Job Setting: Inpatient State Hospital· Types of Cases: Adult Forensic· Credentialing Timeframe: 6 weeks· Active State License  
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
The Behavioral Health Division at AMN has been successfully dedicated to locum tenens coverage for over 30 years. We partner with clients nationwide, matching Psychiatrists, Psychologists and PM&R Physicians to their ideal jobs. With over 185 years of combined recruitment experience, you can trust AMN to find your next rewarding assignment!This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity: Full time Onsite Adult IP Psychiatrist· Schedule: Full-time. Monday – Friday.· Job Setting: Inpatient State Hospital· Types of Cases: Adult Forensic· Credentialing Timeframe: 6 weeks· Active State License  
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
The Behavioral Health Division at AMN has been successfully dedicated to locum tenens coverage for over 30 years. We partner with clients nationwide, matching Psychiatrists, Psychologists and PM&R Physicians to their ideal jobs. With over 185 years of combined recruitment experience, you can trust AMN to find your next rewarding assignment!This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity: Full time Onsite Adult IP Psychiatrist· Schedule: Full-time. Monday – Friday.· Job Setting: Inpatient State Hospital· Types of Cases: Adult Forensic· Credentialing Timeframe: 6 weeks· Active State License  
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Highest Paying Jobs in California

AMN Healthcare currently has Psychiatry positions available in California.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient 
  • Scope: The provider shall provide direct review of medications, direct psychiatric clinical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and treatment planning providing psychotherapeutic and other psychological services. Services provided may include the following: individual services, group therapy, relaxation therapy, behavior therapy, and child and adolescent therapies. These are all provided with a sensitive understanding of culturally relevant issues. 
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 31-60 days.
  • State Licensure: California.
  • Requirements: California License and DEA; must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient 
  • Scope: The provider shall provide direct review of medications, direct psychiatric clinical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and treatment planning providing psychotherapeutic and other psychological services. Services provided may include the following: individual services, group therapy, relaxation therapy, behavior therapy, and child and adolescent therapies. These are all provided with a sensitive understanding of culturally relevant issues. 
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 31-60 days.
  • State Licensure: California.
  • Requirements: California License and DEA; must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient 
  • Scope: The provider shall provide direct review of medications, direct psychiatric clinical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and treatment planning providing psychotherapeutic and other psychological services. Services provided may include the following: individual services, group therapy, relaxation therapy, behavior therapy, and child and adolescent therapies. These are all provided with a sensitive understanding of culturally relevant issues. 
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 31-60 days.
  • State Licensure: California.
  • Requirements: California License and DEA; must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
locum tenens
Psychiatry Physician
  • July 7, 2026
$194 to $210
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Psychiatry Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient 
  • Scope: The provider shall provide direct review of medications, direct psychiatric clinical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and treatment planning providing psychotherapeutic and other psychological services. Services provided may include the following: individual services, group therapy, relaxation therapy, behavior therapy, and child and adolescent therapies. These are all provided with a sensitive understanding of culturally relevant issues. 
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 31-60 days.
  • State Licensure: California.
  • Requirements: California License and DEA; must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
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Nationwide Statistics on Psychiatry Locums Travel Jobs

At AMN Healthcare, we try to provide you with the data you need to make a decision about working a Psychiatry locum tenens job. We’ve compiled nationwide information about salary ranges and trends over the last 3 months, along with other important stats about types of healthcare facilities in the US offering work so you have the latest at your fingertips.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locum Tenens Psychiatry Jobs

How many locums Psychiatry jobs are currently available?

As of 6/23/26, AMN Healthcare currently has 53 exclusive travel Psychiatry job opportunities waiting for you.

What is the salary range for locum tenens Psychiatry jobs?

The pay rates for the available locums Psychiatry Physician jobs range from $166k to $3.3m per year, providing competitive compensation options.

What is the average annual salary for Psychiatry locums positions?

As of 6/23/26, the average annual salary based on 522 locum tenens Psychiatry jobs is $403k yearly, ensuring you are fairly rewarded for your expertise.

Can you tell me about historical salary trends for travel Psychiatry positions?

Based on historical data from the last year, the average annual salary for locum tenens Psychiatry jobs, was $402k per year. The highest-paying position in the past year reached $3.3m annually, showcasing the potential for substantial earnings.

Are there flexible start dates available for these Psychiatry jobs?

Yes, as of 6/23/26, AMN Healthcare offers locum tenens Psychiatry Physician jobs with various starting dates to accommodate your schedule. Some options include a start date of 07/07/26 (53 jobs).

What types of healthcare facilities offer locum tenens Psychiatry jobs?

Our locum tenens Psychiatry Physician opportunities span across diverse healthcare settings, including Psychiatric Hospital (165 jobs), Short Term Acute Care Hospital (121 jobs), Correctional (71 jobs), Hospital (45 jobs), and Outpatient Facility (29 jobs).

What locums Psychiatry jobs are available at Psychiatric Hospital facilities?

AMN Healthcare has 15 Psychiatry jobs at Psychiatric Hospital facilities with pay ranging from $339k to $581k per year as of 6/23/26.

Are there locums Psychiatry jobs available at Correctional facilities?

AMN Healthcare has 11 locums Psychiatry Physician jobs at Correctional facilities with pay ranging from $376k to $509k per year as of 6/23/26.

What jobs are there for locum tenens Psychiatry professionals at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities?

AMN Healthcare has 8 locums Psychiatry Physician jobs at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities with pay ranging from $329k to $407k per year as of 6/23/26.

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.