Psychiatrist​/Assistant Chief Medical Director

Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director

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Title: Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director
State Role

Title:

Physician II
Hiring Range: Salary to Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: 8
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Central State Hospital
Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277‑bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum‑security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person.

Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence‑based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

This full‑time position is a key leadership role that provides oversight and guidance in delivering high‑quality psychiatric care to individuals served at our facility. The Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director ensures that all medications and treatments align with standards of care, obtains informed consent, and monitors patient progress through comprehensive assessments and treatment planning. Serving as Head of the Treatment Team, this role fosters collaboration among multidisciplinary staff to promote recovery‑focused, patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities include supervising NPs/PAs assigned to the Maximum‑Security units, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards, supporting performance improvement initiatives, and actively participating in committees, medical staff meetings, and training programs. This position also plays a vital role in implementing and advancing the hospital’s electronic health record system as a change champion and departmental liaison.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform the Job:

• Stellar evaluation, diagnostic, and documentation skills in the treatment and management of mental and medical illnesses.
• Solid understanding of current psychiatric and medical treatment modalities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to ensure clear, accurate documentation and professional interaction with patients, families, and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities and a proven capacity to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree and completion of an accredited/approved psychiatry residency training program.
• License to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia or the ability to obtain one prior to the start of employment.
• Eligible to obtain a DEA registration.
• Board certification in Psychiatry preferred; at minimum, meet eligibility requirements for certification in general psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Additional Considerations: N/A

Special Instructions: You will receive a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Ensure you detail all relevant work experience…