Supervising Physician

Please email a current CV or Resume to Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov if it is easier to apply that way.   

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  -   Supervising Physician 

Make a Difference in the Lives of Those Who Need It Most 

 
Oregon State Hospital (OSH), a division of the Oregon Health Authority, is seeking Supervising Psychiatrists who value comprehensive mental health treatment and supporting people in their return to successful community living. We are looking for leaders who embrace clinical challenges and are eager to expand their knowledge and skills. 

OSH is a Joint Commission-accredited and CMS-certified public psychiatric hospital with campuses in Salem and Junction City. We provide psychiatric and residential treatment services for individuals committed by Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system. Our mission is to help people recover from mental illness and return to their communities. Employees play an essential role in achieving OSH’s vision to inspire hope, promote safety, and support recovery for all. 

What’s in it for you? 

• A collegial staff of 40+ board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, including forensic and geriatric specialists 

• Partnership with Oregon Health & Science University, offering: 

• Regular Grand Rounds 

• Free continuing medical education 

• Access to specialists for services such as electroconvulsive therapy 

• Competitive salary with additional compensation for psychiatric duty, voluntary call, and board certifications 

• Generous benefits package including: 

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance 

• Fully paid retirement program 

• Reimbursement for CME activities 

• Vacation, sick leave, personal business leave, paid education leave, and 11 paid holidays 

• Opportunities to teach residents, medical students, and fellows 

• Leadership training, unit rotations, and forensic evaluation rotations for certified forensic psychiatrists 

• A fully staffed on-site medical and dental clinic for patient care support 

Duties & Responsibilities 

As a Supervising Psychiatrist, you will: 

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the work of psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners 

• Provide clinical supervision, assign work, and ensure staff are aligned with hospital goals and practices 

• Collaborate with the Program Executive Team and clinical leadership to ensure effective and efficient treatment processes 

• Participate in administrative decision-making, program planning, and implementation of hospital goals 

• Provide direct psychiatric care, including assessments, consultations on complex cases, and coverage as needed 

• Conduct ongoing patient case reviews, with special attention to individuals facing significant treatment or discharge barriers 

• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSH policies, and professional standards of practice 

• Serve as a leader in promoting evidence-based care, Collaborative Problem Solving, and patient-centered treatment approaches 

If you are a dedicated psychiatrist ready to combine clinical leadership, direct patient care, and program oversight to improve outcomes for some of Oregon’s most complex behavioral health cases, we invite you to join our team. 

What We Are Looking For  

Minimum Qualifications: . 

You must possess, or have the ability to obtain:  

• Board certification or board eligibility at the time of appointment.  

• Physician's license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment and maintain the licensure throughout employment.  

• 3 years minimum experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.  

Preferred qualifications include: inpatient experience and leadership experience   

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.   

Clinical Leadership – Demonstrates the ability to guide, mentor, and support psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered environment. 

Expertise in Psychiatry – Brings advanced knowledge of psychiatric care, including forensic and complex clinical cases, with the ability to provide high-level consultation and direct treatment when needed. 

Commitment to Recovery-Oriented Care – Values evidence-based, person-centered treatment approaches that support recovery, safety, and successful reintegration into the community. 

Strong Administrative & Program Oversight Skills – Capable of balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, including program planning, policy implementation, and compliance with regulatory standards. 

Adaptability & Collaborative Problem-Solving – Thrives in a dynamic hospital setting, embraces clinical challenges, and utilizes collaborative problem-solving to address barriers to patient care and staff development. 

Application Guidance  

• How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your Resume/CV  

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.  

• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.  

After You Apply:  

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.  

• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.  

• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.   

Reminders:  

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!  

• This announcement is for one vacancy, fulltime, permanent, Classification: Supervising Physician in Junction City, Oregon.   

• This is an in-office position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.   

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Barry Lein:  at barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov,  voice/text 503-440-6484.   

Benefits of Joining Our Team  

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:  

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.  

• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.  

• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.  

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).  

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.  

Additional Details  

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.   

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.  

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.  

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The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.