Psychiatrist - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) within the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a full-time psychiatrist to deliver recovery-focused psychiatric care in a high-quality inpatient setting.

You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, lead treatment planning, and provide medications and therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team; you will document thoroughly to meet Joint Commission and DBH standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate to practice medicine per Section 4731.13 of Revised Code, residency completed in psychiatry.
• Board eligibility/certification as a psychiatrist preferred.
• Background check required and transcripts may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations, examinations, and analyses to diagnose and treat patients, and prescribe medications.
• Lead Treatment Team meetings and develop Individual Treatment Plans.
• Administer and monitor psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatments.
• Coordinate with external psychiatrists to ensure seamless care during community transitions.
• Maintain thorough documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Mental Health

Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Situational Awareness

Tools

Medication Management

Behavioral Health

Human Services

Medical records

Job description

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Theresa Guthrie [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Work Location

Work Location: Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1492

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : Based on Board Eligibility/Certifications

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Union : 1199

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health

Technical Skills : Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Medical records

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Situational Awareness

Agency Overview

Psychiatrist
Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - Full-Time

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Job Description

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) operates as a critical component of Ohio’s state-operated psychiatric hospital system within the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). As part of this coordinated statewide network of regional psychiatric hospitals, COBH works in close partnership with sister facilities to ensure consistent standards of care, operational alignment, and system-wide responsiveness to the behavioral health needs of Ohio’s communities.

Through this integrated state hospital network, COBH contributes to shared clinical protocols, quality initiatives, workforce strategies, forensic coordination, and emergency response planning that strengthen Ohio’s public behavioral health infrastructure.

COBH delivers evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and other behavioral health professionals who work collaboratively to promote recovery, stability, and successful reintegration into the community. In addition to individualized treatment planning, COBH emphasizes trauma-informed care, person-centered recovery, and strong partnerships with local mental health boards, community providers, and support networks.

As a safety-net provider, COBH also serves court-referred individuals through forensic services, ensuring access to high‑quality care while supporting community safety. The hospital is committed to fostering hope, dignity, and empowerment for every person it serves.

COBH provides recovery-based, comprehensive, quality, cost-effective mental health services to adults with severe mental illness in a secure inpatient setting. The main facility opened in 2024 and consists of 208 acute and longer-term patient beds. The maximum-security facility, Timothy B. Moritz Forensic Unit, has four units with 52 beds and serves all 88 Ohio counties. The length of stay varies for each patient but generally is 10-14 days on the acute care units. Prior to discharge, we work collaboratively with the mental health centers to link patients with an outpatient treatment team or their own psychiatrist to maintain their progress in the community.

As one of Ohio’s major state-operated psychiatric hospitals, COBH serves as a regional hub for inpatient psychiatric services while supporting statewide forensic capacity and inter-facility collaboration.

What you’ll do at DBH:

You will deliver recovery-focused patient care in a setting that supports your professional needs. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health and Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) encourages collaboration with medical colleagues and peer consultation to give patients the highest-quality integrated care. Most importantly, you will have time to meet with your patients and provide the high-quality psychiatric treatment they deserve. As an COBH psychiatrist, you will have a fulfilling professional life as well as time to have a satisfying life outside of your clinical practice. As a psychiatrist, you'll:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations, examinations, and analyses to diagnose and treat patients, and prescribe necessary medications.
• Lead Treatment Team meetings, providing clinical direction to team members in developing Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs) for assigned patients. Conducting mental and physical examinations as part of patient assessments.
• Administer and monitor psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and other relevant treatments, offering both individual and group therapy. Regularly assess each patient’s medical condition and seek consultations, referrals, or transfers as needed to maintain patient health.
• Coordinate with external psychiatrists and healthcare providers to ensure seamless, continuous care as patients transition to community-based settings.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all activities and treatments to ensure compliance with standards set by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (TJC), Medicare, Medicaid, the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), as well as hospital policies, regulations, and directives.
• Provide guidance to professional, paraprofessional, nursing, and direct care staff on matters related to the psychiatric care of patients.
• Conduct court‑ordered psychiatric evaluations, including competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and risk assessments.
• Prepare thorough, timely forensic reports for courts and other legal stakeholders in accordance with statutory requirements and professional forensic standards.
• Participate in forensic case reviews and multidisciplinary discussions related to risk management, conditional release, and patient placement.
• Ensure all forensic clinical documentation meets legal standards and agency expectations for accuracy, completeness, and defensibility.

Why choose DBH:

• Holistic Approach – Practice psychiatry in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Treat to Recovery – Our Psychiatrists have the dedicated time needed to treat patients thoroughly and compassionately, free from the strict timeframe limitations often seen in private hospital systems.
• Loan Repayment – Receive up to $30,000 annually for physician loan repayment.
• Generous Time Off – Enjoy 11 paid holidays and 4 weeks of vacation from day one.
• Retirement Security – Benefit from our robust State pension with a 14% state contribution, for a total of 24% going to your retirement per paycheck.
• Professional Growth – Up to $4,000 annually for tuition reimbursement and continuing education; no-cost CME credits and funds are available for one professional license or one professional certification annually.
• Outside Work – Non-exclusive employment policy allows for additional work opportunities.
• Comprehensive Health Plans – Access excellent healthcare coverage.
• Benefit Trade-Off Option – If declining the health insurance benefit, may choose to take the equivalent of what the Employer's contribution would be, in the form of wages.
• No-cost malpractice insurance

Compensation:

Along with competitive salary levels, psychiatrists may also be eligible for a variety of pay supplements that elevate the total hourly rate based on background and assignment, including:

• Resident Supervision Supplement – For board certified/board eligible psychiatrists affiliated with a medical school and designated to supervise residents assigned to a hospital.
• Geographic Recruitment Incentive – For psychiatrists who choose to serve in designated locations across Ohio.
• Experience-Based Supplements – Additional compensation available for psychiatrists with years of post-residency experience.
• Forensic Experience Incentive – For psychiatrists practicing in forensic settings.
• Training & Recognition Supplements – Discretionary supplements may be provided for specialized trainings, certifications, or professional awards.

Additional Earning Opportunities:

• Medical Officer on Duty (MOD) Shifts – Psychiatrists may elect to take MOD shifts, compensated at 80% of the hourly rate, offering flexibility and an opportunity to increase earnings.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*.

For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

DBH Psychiatrist Qualifications

Certificate to practice medicine per Section 4731.13 of Revised Code; satisfactory completion of residency training program in psychiatry, as approved by the residency review committee of the American Medical Association, the committee on post-graduate education of the American Osteopathic Association or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry or has been recognized as a psychiatrist by the Ohio State Medical Association or the Ohio Osteopathic Association on the basis of formal training & 5 or more yrs. of medical practice limited to psychiatry per Section 5122.01(E) of Revised Code.

Primary Skill: Psychiatry
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Human Services, Medical Records, Medication Management
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Situational Awareness

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPTS:
Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Rule 5122-7-21, "Background check on applicants," outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment & or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.