Supervising Psychiatrist (Supervising Physician)
About The Position
The Supervising Psychiatrist leads, supports, and coordinates subordinate psychiatric physicians and nurse practitioners at the Oregon State Hospital. The position may also serve as a unit’s primary physician when resource needs require. The role assures compliance with federal and state laws, administrative rules, Joint Commission and CMS standards, Oregon State Hospital policies, and professional standards of practice. As a member of the program executive team, the Supervising Psychiatrist collaborates with associate chiefs in other clinical disciplines and the program director to support effective and efficient clinical processes. This includes oversight of program-wide, unit-wide, and individual patient processes and treatment. The position is based at the Oregon State Hospital’s Salem Campus and is an in-office, full-time, permanent management service supervisory role.
Requirements
- Board certification in general psychiatry at the time of appointment.
- Physician’s license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment, maintained throughout employment.
- At least 3 years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
- Attach a current resume or CV to the application.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced knowledge of psychiatric care, including forensic and complex clinical cases.
- Experience providing high-level consultation and direct treatment when needed.
- Experience guiding, mentoring, and supporting psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners.
- Experience implementing recovery-oriented, evidence-based care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
- Experience balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, program planning, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in a dynamic hospital setting and using collaborative problem-solving to address barriers to patient care and staff development.
- Experience leading risk management initiatives and structured pathways for forensic patients, including transition planning and community reintegration.
- Extensive inpatient, leadership, and psychiatric clinical experience providing oversight and direction on clinical issues.
Responsibilities
- Lead, support, and coordinate the activities of subordinate psychiatric physicians and nurse practitioners.
- Serve as a primary physician on a unit when resource needs require.
- Assure compliance with federal and state laws, administrative rules, Joint Commission and CMS standards, hospital policies, and professional standards of practice.
- Collaborate with associate chiefs in other clinical disciplines and the program director as a member of the program executive team.
- Oversee program-wide, unit-wide, and individual patient processes and the treatment provided.
- Provide high-level consultation and direct treatment when needed.
- Guide, mentor, and support psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in maintaining quality standards and implementing recovery-oriented, evidence-based care.
- Balance clinical and administrative responsibilities, program planning, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead risk management initiatives and structured pathways for forensic patients, including transition planning and community reintegration.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for employees and their families.
- Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and flexible spending account options for health and childcare.
- Paid time off including 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
- Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
- Training and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
