MOD in Tennessee

TN Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services has an openings for a part-time, contract position for a Medical Officer of the Day (MOD).

The MOD is the designated responsible physician who is physically present in an inpatient facility during periods when the regular medical staff is not on duty.

These periods generally include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, but coverage may be required in other special circumstances.

This position will work in the admissions department and will work up to thirty hours per week. Compensation is $150 per hour. Preference will be given to Licensed Psychiatrists.

Opportunities available in these four locations: 

• Memphis Mental Health Institute in Memphis, TN
• Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute in Nashville, TN
• Moccasin Bend Mental Health in Chattanooga, TN
• Western Mental Health Institute in Bolivar, TN

Education / Experience

• Psychiatric experience is considered a plus
• Licensed to practice medicine in Tennessee

If you are looking for a dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow, then TDMHSAS is the right place for you.  Our goal is to build a culture that brings out the best in our staff and offers the highest quality care for consumers and their families. With us, your expertise will be valued and your skills will be challenged and expanded.  We celebrate diversity and provide a place where employees are part of something larger than themselves, where they can take pride in their work, and where their work makes a difference.

For posted career opportunities with the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, please visit the State of Tennessee’s jobs search engine at http://tn.gov/careers/. Search for open positions by county, by key word, and by category. Choose 'Mental Health' for jobs listed in the Mental Health category. For ongoing job opportunities at our hospitals, click "Jobs at the Hospitals."  You can also connect with TDMHSAS on LinkedIn at this link.

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