Psychiatrist

Position Title: Psychiatrist

Location: Western State Hospital, Staunton, VA

State Role

Title:

Physician II

Hiring Range: Starting Pay $315,000 (Salary Commensurate with Experience)

Pay Band: 8

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health / Develop

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Western State Hospital is currently seeking applicants for a full‑time, permanent state position for a General Psychiatrist. Duties include providing psychiatric care of patients admitted to the unit (diagnostic assessment, psychopharmacological management, and indicated psychotherapies) and serving as Head of Treatment Team (HOTT) to provide overall leadership to a multidisciplinary team. The team collaborates to plan and implement psychiatric, medical, and behavioral treatment plans for patients.

Primary diagnoses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and personality disorders. Treatment interventions/groups are provided to patients off unit in Psycho‑social Rehab “treatment mall.”

• In‑house CME Program
• 40‑hour work week
• Infrequent night/weekend/holiday call
• Salary negotiable based on experience and board certification
• J‑1 Visas will be considered

Additional duties include psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, patient/family education, compliance with regulatory requirements, and active participation in hospital‑wide initiatives. The position also involves additional on‑call (dual role) duties that may occur at nights and weekends compensated at the approved on‑call rates.

• Competitive Salary (Salary commensurate with experience)
• 32 hours of family personal time
• 64 hours of sick time
• Paid time off (4 hours per pay period)
• 12 paid holidays
• Relocation and moving reimbursement up to $5,000
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Malpractice Insurance Coverage
• Virginia Retirement System

• Medical degree and completion of an ACGME‑approved residency training in Psychiatry prior to the start of employment.
• Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia or obtain one prior to the start of employment.
• Current DEA controlled substance registration/ licensed or obtain one prior to the start of employment.
• Extensive psychiatric knowledge with strong clinical skills in assessment and treatment for acute forensic, civilly committed inpatient units, or extended care psychosocial rehabilitation services.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Experience in teaching and clinical supervision of medical trainees.
• Strong administrative skills to collaborate effectively with hospital units, Central Office, and external agencies.
• Familiarity with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) documentation requirements.

• EHR experience with Cerner
• Previous experience working in state hospitals
• Bilingual
• Board certification
• Veteran or veteran spouse

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants must provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) from a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to obtain a COD.

For assistance, contact Human Resources at ). Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Western State Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

Name:
Samantha Leep

Phone:

Email: samantha.leepginia.gov

Additional information about the Commonwealth Alternate Hiring Process and AHP Letter can be obtained from the DARS website or by calling DARS at .

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Health and Human Services