Supervising Psychiatrist; Supervising Physician

Initial Posting Date: 10/19/2026 Final date to receive applications: / Agency:
Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $29,003 - $31,825 Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Supervising Psychiatrist (Supervising Physician)

Job Description:

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! 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.

• The Supervising Psychiatrist leads, supports, and coordinates the activities of subordinate psychiatric physicians and nurse practitioners at the Oregon State Hospital, and may serve as a primary physician on a unit when resource needs require.
• In this capacity, the Supervising Psychiatrist assures compliance with Federal and State laws, Administrative Rules, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSH policies, and professional standards of practice.
• The Supervising Psychiatrist is also a member of the program executive team, and collaborates with associate chiefs in other clinical disciplines, as well as the program director, to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of clinical processes within the program.
• This includes oversight of program-wide, unit-wide, and individual patient processes and the treatment provided.

• Board certification in general psychiatry 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.
• 3 years minimum experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

• Advanced knowledge of psychiatric care, including forensic and complex clinical cases, with the ability to provide high-level consultation and direct treatment when needed.
• Experience guiding, mentoring and supporting psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners to ensure quality standards and implement recovery-oriented, evidence-based care while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
• Experience balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities, program planning, policy implementation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Experience thriving in a dynamic hospital setting, embracing clinical challenges, and utilizing collaborative problem-solving techniques to address barriers to patient care and staff development.
• Experience leading risk management initiatives and structured pathways for forensic patients, including transition planning and community reintegration.

Preference may be given to candidates who possess extensive inpatient, leadership and psychiatric clinical experience providing oversight and direction on clinical issues.

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

This announcement is for one full-time, permanent management service supervisory, Supervising Psychiatrist (Supervising Physician) based in Salem, Oregon.

This is an in-office position.

“Review Section 4:
Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.

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