DSHS WSH Psychiatrist

About the role

Western State Hospital (WSH) in Lakewood, Washington is seeking Psychiatrists to lead multi-disciplinary inpatient treatment teams on wards dedicated to general adult, geriatric, and forensic populations. The ideal candidate should have a valid license to practice medicine and surgery in Washington State, completed an ACGME-approved residency in Psychiatry, strong psychopharmacology skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Certify the medical necessity of hospital level of care
• Prescribe and review appropriate medication and treatment
• Perform ongoing assessments of the patient's response to treatments
• Develop and review a release plan or justification for continued inpatient status

Requirements

• A valid license to practice medicine and surgery in Washington State
• Successful completion of ACGME approved residency in Psychiatry
• Strong psychopharmacology skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals

Qualifications

• H1B/J1 Visa candidates are encouraged to apply

Skills

• Psychiatry

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• $10,000 for Board Certification
• $10,000 incentive for psychiatrists newly hired to DSHS
• Loan forgiveness program available up to $25,000 for qualifying employees
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans
• $6,500 annual allowance for CME courses
• Employee legal representation and/or indemnification
• Eligible for benefits immediately
• Deferred compensation program
• Five-year retirement vestment
• Optimal work/life balance
• No mandatory call; 1.25 times regular pay for extra duty, such as voluntary on-call
• Opportunity to work on complex cases
• Free ORCA cards available for Pierce County employees
• 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

Initial target salary: $317,652

Schedule

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.

Supplemental Information

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
• This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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