Correction Health Psychiatrist 20000 a yr for 3yrs Retention Incentive
Correction Health Psychiatrist 20000 a yr for 3yrs Retention Incentive
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$9551.17 $12563.51 SemimonthlyDepartment:
Health DepartmentJob Type:
Regular RepresentedExemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
May 02 2025
The Opportunity:
Salary Range
Salary Range noted here includes the Correctional Facilities 5 hourly premium:9708..26 Semimonthly
Additional Compensation
Correctional Facilities Premium: Receive a 5 hourly premium.
As a newly hired Psychiatrist you will receive:
$20000 retention incentive after 1 one year of continuous regular employment.
$20000 retention incentive after 2 two years of continuous regular employment.
$20000 retention incentive after 3 two years of continuous regular employment.
All retention incentive bonuses are based on FTE 0.8 FTE and higher will not be prorated) . This retention incentive is taxable and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld.
Benefits: Multnomah County offers generous vacation and sick leave exceptional medical and dental plans and pension. For more information about our benefit offerings please visit: WORK MATTERS!
At Corrections Health we provide medically needed health care to adults and youth in custody at Multnomah County Jails and Juvenile Detention Facility. As the CH Psychiatrist you will provide psychiatric services to patients in custody. This position works with the CH Medical Director and CH Director to develop and implement strategic planning evaluate goals objectives priorities and activities for the behavioral health program.
Come join our team of Portlands most outstanding health care professionals providing exceptional services to our diverse community!
Other duties include but are not limited to the following:
Clinical Care
Treat adults in custody with mild to severe and persistent mental health illness and disorders.
Prescribe and dispense medications; initiate and/or continue medical regimens.
Refer clients to other professionals and agencies within and outside of the Corrections Health System when appropriate.
Designs clientspecific treatment plans including prescribing psychotropic/antipsychotic medications behavioral intervention and scheduled reevaluation of client care and medications.
Respond to in jail emergency situations in the clinic or housing and develop plans of care.
Provide offhours consultation by telephone to triage teams as needed.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with medical mental health and corrections staff
Consultation
Provide expert guidance and leadership on clinical psychiatric and medical issues to clinical staff and supervisors including meeting with patients to assess clinical needs..
Analyze and review federal state and local laws regulations policies and procedures in order to ensure compliance and conduct analysis on best practices.
Provide consultation on medication evaluation and management of clients as needed by prescribing medications on consultation with Corrections Health physicians.
Coordinates with medical health staff to appropriately integrate client care.
Participates in committees either internal or external to represent Corrections Health and the county as needed.
May provide training direction to others and participate in peer reviews as needed.
Documentation
Complete patient documentation and manage electronic inbasket according to established policies and procedures.
Gather and maintain detailed patient information and records including social and medical history collected from clients and other Corrections Health medical and behavioral health staff.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Training/Experience:
Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine AND
One 1 year residency as they relate to the assignment is required.
Certification:
Board Certification in Psychiatry from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate and valid license to practice medicine in the State of Oregon and ability to obtain credentialing approval.
DEA License
CPR Certification
Other
Must be able to pass a Multnomah County Sheriffs Office Background Check.
COVID19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment.
Other:
This position requires a background investigation which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation.
The employee holding this position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 315015 Essential Employees.
Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Experience working in a correctional facility
Demonstrated experience working with a diverse and underserved population
Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING & EVALUATION:
REQUIRED:
The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND
2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:
Demonstrate your experience working with diverse/vulnerable populations; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position; and
Why are you interested in the position
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Resume and Cover Letter Review
Phone screen
Consideration of top candidates
Background and reference check
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This position is eligible for overtime and double time.
Type: Represented
FLSA: NonExempt
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Full Time Employees of the Multnomah County Health Department qualify for the Federal Student Aid U.S Department Of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To learn more about Public Service Loan Forgiveness please visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Amanda SinclairEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
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Employment Type
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