Chief Psychiatrist

CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments)

Elk Grove (CA)

On-site

USD 487,000 - 550,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance
Visa Sponsorship
State employee benefits (retirement, 4
CME stipend and CME time

Job summary

California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) seeks a Chief Psychiatrist to oversee a statewide psychiatry program. You will lead a team of dedicated psychiatrists, delivering comprehensive mental health care to a diverse patient population across multiple facilities.

The role requires a California Medical License, board certification in psychiatry, and at least two years of relevant clinical experience, with responsibilities including supervising medical reports and coordinating

Qualifications

  • Current California Medical License and psychiatry certification are required.
  • Minimum two years of psychiatry experience in inpatient/outpatient settings or a correctional facility.
  • Ability to prepare and supervise comprehensive medical reports, case histories, and hospital records; coordinate and evaluate staff.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of psychiatrists delivering comprehensive mental health care across state facilities.

Skills

Psychiatry
Board Certification
Clinical reports supervision

Education

California Medical License
Board Certification in Psychiatry

Job description

California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)

Chief Psychiatrist

Statewide

$486,864 Board Certified In-person care$550,368 Board Certified in-person care within an inpatient unit

Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…

The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is poised to meet the evolving clinical care demands of our patient population while responding to the day-to-day needs of our dedicated providers.

Within one of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) state-owned and -operated adult correctional facilities, you’ll lead a team of dedicated psychiatrists providing comprehensive mental health care to a diverse and clinically complex patient population.

Requirements
  • A current California Medical License, certification to practice psychiatry
  • Minimum two years of experience practicing psychiatry in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient setting or a correctional facility
  • The ability to prepare and supervise the preparation of comprehensive medical reports, case histories, and hospital records; and the capacity to coordinate, supervise, guide, and evaluate the work of professional employees.
Immediately hiring at the following locations
  • Avenal State Prison (Avenal)
  • California Correctional Institution (Tehachapi)
  • California State Prison, Corcoran (Corcoran)
  • Central California Women’s Facility (Chowchilla)
  • North Kern State Prison (Delano)
  • Valley State Prison (Chowchilla)
  • Wasco State Prison (Wasco)
Additional Benefits of Practicing with CDCR/CCHCS

Our psychiatrist leaders enjoy not just increased salaries, but also a range of comprehensive State of California benefits:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Essential healthcare needs covered for you and your family.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Ample time for rest and personal pursuits.
  • Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Secure your future with tax-deferred retirement plans allowing you to defer up to $49,000 - $65,000 per year.
  • State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Long-term security with benefits that start in just five years (more details at www.CalPERS.ca.gov).
  • Annual Stipend of $2,500/year for CME costs and Annual Allocation of 60 hours for CME: Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Medical Education benefits.
  • Potential PSLF and NHSC Loan Repayment: You could be eligible for significant loan repayment through PSLF and, depending on your location, NHSC.
  • Paid license, and DEA renewal:And no need for malpractice insurance as a State employee.
  • Relocation Assistance: If you’re new to state service in California, we’ve got the cost of your move covered.
  • Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship: We support your work visa needs.
Take the Next Step

For more information, submit your CV to MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or explore our postings on CalCareers.

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