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Psychiatrist 4

Full Time, Permanent

Annual Salary: $261,960 - $352,380

Shelton, Washington

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Psychiatrist 4 for Washington Corrections Center (WCC) located in Shelton, WA. This is a day shift position that will require work to be completed onsite at the facility.

The mission of Mental Health Services is to provide quality medically necessary mental health care that promotes wellness to incarcerated patients.

This Psychiatrist 4 contributes to the agency's mission by providing quality, timely, medically appropriate psychiatric services (to include assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prescription services) with appropriate electronic and hard copy documentation in accordance with DOC policies and procedures, the clinician's license and job class. This position is an integral part of ensuring quality, safe health services and continuity of care for patients served by DOC Health Services. The Psychiatrist 4 is expected to adhere to the standards for quality psychiatric care defined within professional guidelines, the Washington DOC Health Plan, the DOC formulary and other applicable statewide publications and algorithms

A completed application packet will include:

A detailed resume
A cover letter
Three professional references

Application assessment will be ongoing, the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It’s the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.

Duties

Provide direct patient services through psychiatric treatment:

Review and process records requests of patient medical, dental, and mental health care information within 15 working days or less of receiving following health record procedures.
Oversight and patient care for patients assigned at WCC (50%, 0.5 FTE on-site) and MCC (50%, 0.5 FTE telepsychiatry) who require Psychiatry services.
Manage caseload assigned by HSM1 or designee.
Ensure delivery of quality psychiatric services for all patients Provide timely Psychiatric Assessments.
Diagnose psychiatric illness and associated conditions.
Identify and prescribe appropriate medications.
Ensure all service provision is in accordance with regulatory standards and all DOC policies and procedures to include The Washington DOC Health Plan and the DOC Formulary

Oversight of assigned patient caseload for medication compliance, efficacy and safety:

Schedule routine follow-ups to monitor efficacy of treatment strategy, including timely therapeutic medication levels.
Ensure that medication orders do not expire.
Research and respond to kite concerns about medication reactions or renewal within one working day of receipt.

Meet all documentation required in a timely manner:

Provide proper documentation in the patient medical record.
Ensure all charting is appropriately filed in a timely manner.
Produce timely, clearly written reports and progress notes – these should be clear enough to where another psychiatric provider should be able to understand the plan and seamlessly transition care.
Ensure follow-up appointments are scheduled and met within statewide expectations.
Research and respond to kites concerning psychiatric symptoms in a timely manner not to exceed one working week – make an appointment or write a response as appropriate.
Ensure encounters are turned in or directly entered into the computer system immediately upon completion of appointments.

Be a contributing and supportive team member of the mental health team and the total health services team:

Consistent and punctual attendance.
Respectful communication.
Provide outstanding patient care (patients, peers, health services and facility leadership, custody and classification staff).
Respond in a timely manner to requests for assistance, consultation or information.
Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and the Washington DOC Health Plan.
Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight structure.

Other duties as assigned:

Promote safety; be an active participant, be aware, be alert, act safely and make recommendations Attend all required training.
Remain up to date concerning specific work flow expectations and processes at WCC and MCC.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington to practice as a Psychiatrist with either a valid Physician and Surgeon License (MD) or Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon License (OP). Must ensure that license is renewed in accordance with BOP regulations and that proof of current licensure is provided by an anniversary date each year to facility leadership.
Maintain current CPR certification and ensure that proof of current status is provided annually to facility leadership.
Possess or meet eligible criteria for Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Must maintain CME credits sufficient to maintain license.
At least one (1) year experience working as a Psychiatrist.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

Board certified in Psychiatry.
Experience providing psychiatric treatment in a correctional environment.
Experience working within the constraints of a limited health plan and/or formulary restrictions.

Supplemental Information

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-M. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.
DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
Promote inclusiveness.
Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
8 hours of paid sick leave per month
12 paid holidays a year
Generous retirement plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Dependent Care Assistance
Deferred Compensation and so much more!

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email nicholas.epps@doc1.wa.gov.For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.