Director of Forensic Evaluation Service; Supervising Physician - Salem Campus

Position Title

Director of Forensic Evaluation Service (Supervising Physician) - Salem Campus

02/24/2026

03/31/2026

Oregon Health Authority

$29,003 - $31,825

Employee

At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Director of Forensic Evaluation Service (Supervising Physician)

NOTE:

A cover letter and resume are required to be attached to your application for this position. To bypass the application process, please email your cover letter and resume to cynthia.phipps-romangon.gov.

The Forensic Evaluation Service (FES) Director is responsible for leading, supporting, and coordinating the activities of the Forensic Evaluation Service, Legal Affairs Department at the Oregon State Hospital which includes clinical supervision and administrative management of FES staff (including psychiatrists, psychologists, and support staff). The FES Director is responsible to assure compliance with federal and state laws, administrative rules, the Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSH policies, and professional standards of practice.

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These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

• Board certification or board eligibility at the time of appointment.
• Physician's license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment and maintain the licensure throughout employment.
• Experience managing clinical and administrative staff.

If you have these, please let us know in your application.

• Clinical Leadership – Demonstrates the ability to guide, mentor, and support psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
• Expertise in Psychiatry – Brings advanced knowledge of psychiatric care, including forensic and complex clinical cases, with the ability to provide high-level consultation and direct treatment when needed.
• Commitment to Recovery-Oriented Care – Values evidence-based, person-centered treatment approaches that support recovery, safety, and successful reintegration into the community.
• Strong Administrative & Program Oversight Skills – Capable of balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, including program planning, policy implementation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Adaptability & Collaborative Problem-Solving – Thrives in a dynamic hospital setting, embraces clinical challenges, and utilizes collaborative problem-solving to address barriers to patient care and staff development.

Preference may be given to candidates who possess extensive clinical experience providing oversight and direction on clinical issues and assessments completed by other professional staff.

• Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter – A cover letter is not required, but if included, it will be reviewed and considered during the review and selection process.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

• External Candidates:
  Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates:
  Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the Final date to receive applications.
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