Psychiatrist- Utah State Hospital

United Trading Group; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 212,000 - 349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

Utah State Hospital is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide in‑patient psychiatric care and coordinate treatment plans for patients at the Provo campus. The role involves administering medical therapies, evaluating patient progress, and collaborating with a broad care team to ensure safe, effective care.

Applicants must be licensed in the United States, have completed an ACGME‑accredited residency, and be board certified in Psychiatry.

Qualifications

• Licensed physician with board certification in psychiatry.
• Completion of an approved psychiatry residency program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement therapy and treatment plans; refer to other sources as needed.

Skills

Therapy planning

Patient assessment

Documentation

Time management

Collaborative care

Clinical decision making

Knowledge of psychiatry

Education

Medical degree (MD/DO)

Licensed to practice in the United States

Board certification in Psychiatry

ACGME residency training

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Clinical diagnostic tools

Job description

Psychiatrist- Utah State Hospital

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $101.80 - $167.61 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – Continuous until filled*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Do you have a career in Psychiatry with a drive to do the most you can for those struggling with mental illness? Do you believe you can make a real difference in the lives of these patients? Do you provide the expertise and experience they need to be cared for in a safe and respectful setting? As a Psychiatrist at the Utah State Hospital, you will be able to administer the psychiatric care, treatment, and clinical needs of our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement therapy and treatment and/or refer client(s) to other sources of treatment.
• Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
• Document client/patient progress and revise treatment plans as required; completes administrative paperwork.
• Coordinate clinical activities and follow-up.
• Act as a resource for management and staff; provide technical support within the area of responsibility.
• Consult with others to discuss treatment plans, new or unusual situations, findings, options, and recommendations on client/patient cases.
• Write, implement, and provide documentation of individual client's treatment; maintain records to comply with federal requirements and write reports indicative of progress or regression.
• Develop policies, procedures and standards for mental health program services.

Qualifications

• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health‑care measures.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
• Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.

About the Role

As you establish and implement psychiatric treatment plans for our patients, a typical day at the Utah State Hospital may include conducting progress reviews of patients, making diagnostic determinations and decisions regarding treatment plans, providing diagnostic/therapeutic interventions, and prescribing and coordinating treatment plans with other therapy programs.

Psychiatrists at the Utah State Hospital must be licensed to practice medicine within the United States and the State of Utah. You must have attended an approved residency program (Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education). Additionally, you must be certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.

Location – 1300 East Center Street, Provo, Utah, 84606, United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well‑established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High‑Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt‑out cash benefit available.

Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.

Paid Leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.

Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.

To review the full benefits summary and access a Total Compensation Calculator, please visit the main state benefits page here.

Additional Benefits: Access to a UTA Bus Pass.

Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course.

Access to comfort rooms while on campus, as well as other mental wellness benefits.

The Agency

The Utah State Hospital provides a safe and healing environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. It is our purpose to assist patients to reach their potential, through individualized treatment, with a high value being placed on meeting the needs of each patient in a humanistic, caring and professional manner.

For more detailed information about the Utah State Hospital, our treatment programs and philosophy, we invite you to browse our website.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• Utah State Hospital provides comprehensive violence prevention and deescalation training for all employees during orientation. Ongoing training is provided to prioritize staff and patient safety.
• Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
• Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. Tobacco or E-cigarette use NOT allowed on campus.
• Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre‑employment and routine background checks.
• This continuous recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies when they become available at the Utah State Hospital.