M.O.D. Physician II

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Petersburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, opening as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027. CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds) and also has 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. The hospital believes that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use. Central State Hospital is recruiting for an M.O.D. Physician II to provide comprehensive medical and psychiatric care, ensuring timely response to all psychiatric and medical urgencies and emergencies during assigned tours of duty through appropriate evaluation, treatment, and documentation.

Requirements

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of current psychiatric and medical treatment modalities, ensuring evidence-based and patient-centered care.
• Exhibits strong clinical competency in medical and psychiatric assessment and diagnosis.
• Proficient in the use of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems for accurate documentation and care coordination.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or eligibility for licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with patients with psychiatric illness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical records, with particular attention to seclusion/restraint episodes and medical emergencies.
• Demonstrate respect, empathy, and person-centered care by validating patient experiences and supporting choice within legal and policy guidelines.
• Review admission referrals and provide prompt medical clearance.
• Conduct physician-to-physician consultations as needed.
• Evaluate and manage after-hours admissions with completion of all required documentation such as histories, physicals, neurologic and mental status examinations, medication reconciliation, and risk assessments.
• Complete discharge and transfer documentation when necessary.
• Participate in all mandated trainings and continuing medical education.
• Maintain awareness of current policies and procedural updates by reviewing Medical Staff communications and responding promptly to requests from the Medical Affairs office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees