DSHS WSH Psychiatrist

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 303,000; Full time

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Lakewood, Washington, is seeking Psychiatrists to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a large psychiatric setting. The position requires a valid medical license, residency in Psychiatry, and strong psychopharmacology skills. Benefits include relocation assistance, certification incentives, and loan forgiveness programs.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

$10,000 for Board Certification

$10,000 incentive for newly hired psychiatrists

Loan forgiveness up to $25,000

Comprehensive health plans

$5,000 annual allowance for CME courses

Legal representation and indemnification

Immediate benefits eligibility

Deferred compensation and retirement plans

Career advancement opportunities

Work/life balance with no mandatory call

Qualifications

• Valid medical license required in Washington.
• Completion of ACGME-accredited residency.
• Strong psychopharmacology skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Certify medical necessity of care.
• Prescribe and review treatments.
• Conduct ongoing assessments.
• Develop discharge plans.

Skills

Psychopharmacology

Collaboration

Education

Valid medical license in Washington State

ACGME-accredited residency in Psychiatry

Job description

Psychiatrist (Coalition) - Initial target salary $302,352

Application review begins immediately.

Position Overview

Western State Hospital (WSH) in Lakewood, Washington, is seeking Psychiatrists to lead multi-disciplinary inpatient treatment teams for general adult, geriatric, and forensic populations. The role requires strong psychopharmacology skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with other professionals. WSH is one of the largest psychiatric hospitals west of the Mississippi River, with over 800 beds and approximately 2,500 full-time staff.

About Western State Hospital

WSH provides evaluation and inpatient treatment for adults with serious or long-term behavioral health issues, including forensic, civil, and long-term civil wards for both non-geriatric and geriatric adults.

Responsibilities

• Certify the medical necessity of hospital-level care
• Prescribe and review medications and treatments
• Perform ongoing assessments of patient responses
• Develop and review discharge plans or justifications for continued inpatient care

Qualifications

• Valid medical license in Washington State
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Psychiatry
• Strong psychopharmacology skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• H1B/J1 Visa candidates are encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• $10,000 for Board Certification
• $10,000 incentive for newly hired psychiatrists
• Loan forgiveness up to $25,000 for qualifying employees
• Comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
• $5,000 annual allowance for CME courses
• Legal representation and indemnification
• Immediate benefits eligibility
• Deferred compensation and retirement plans
• Career advancement opportunities
• Work/life balance with no mandatory call
• Additional pay for extra duties such as voluntary on-call
• Opportunity to work on complex cases
• Free ORCA transit cards for Pierce County employees
• Potential additional 5% premium pay for on-site work at least three days a week

Our Commitment

At DSHS, we are committed to equity, anti-racism, and social justice, striving to create greater access and representation for diverse communities, including BIPOC, individuals with disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, refugees, and families building financial security.

Application Process

Interested candidates can submit their resume or CV along with a letter of interest via email to Anthony Distefano at [e-mail]. Confidential applications are welcomed.

Note: A background check, including criminal record review, may be conducted prior to employment. Valid driver’s license and insurance are required for employees driving on state business.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Accommodations for the application process are available upon request.

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