DSHS ESH Physician 3

About the role

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) is seeking a Primary Care Provider to join the team at Eastern State Hospital (ESH) psychiatric hospital in Medical Lake, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Direct, review and provide primary medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services to patients;
• Prescribe necessary medication;
• Perform admission and physical examinations;
• Provide evaluation of laboratory tests;
• Provide preventative maintenance care;
• Formulate treatment plans;
• Review medical histories, diagnostic tests, medication regime, and clinical diagnostic procedures;
• Implement health prevention guidelines and coordinate referrals for specialty consultants;
• Perform daily rounds and assess and treat the onset of new medical problems;
• Implement minor surgical procedures, deliver emergency medical responses and mortality and morbidity reviews.

Requirements

• A valid license to practice medicine and surgery in the state of Washington;
• Eligibility for certification from a program accredited by the American Board of Medical specialties.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and dynamic Family and Internal Medicine Physicians who are comfortable working in an inpatient psychiatric setting;
• Competitive salary of $296,424.00;
• Supportive onboarding, meaningful clinical work, life balance and a long-term career opportunity;
• Relocation assistance available ($10,000 for Board Certification, $6,500 annual allowance for CME courses).

Skills

• Ability to work closely with multiple disciplines;
• Experience in treating adult patient population with various forensic, geriatric, and disability challenges;
• Strong communication skills to advocate for the physical and medical needs of the people served;
• Ability to provide patient-focused medical care with the goal of healthy discharge into the resident's community.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package;
• Annual funding for continuing medical education;
• Opportunities performed on-site at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Pay

$296,424.00

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Additional Information

Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions about this opportunity? Please contact kris.george@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 02002.