Inpatient Psychiatrist (Physician, Psychiatrist)

Initial Posting Date

08/18/2026

Application Deadline

09/30/2026

Agency

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range

$24,264 - $28,090

Position Type: Employee

Position Title

Inpatient Psychiatrist (Physician, Psychiatrist)

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.

• Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Inpatient Psychiatrist (Physician, Psychiatrist)
• Deadline: Open until filled
• Salary: $24,264 - $28,090 per month
• Location: Salem, OR

The Inpatient Psychiatrist provides psychiatric and medical services to assigned patients which includes diagnosis, mental status evaluation, pharmacologic management, risk assessment, and use of physical examination, laboratory tests, imaging, and other discipline assessments as necessary.

This position leads the interdisciplinary treatment team by coordinating interdisciplinary clinical formulation and biopsychosocial treatment plan goals, interventions, and delivery and outcome assessment.

Duties also include making recommendations to county mental health agencies, courts, or forensic review bodies (inside and outside OSH) pertaining to risk mitigation and appropriate level of care. This position reports to the program Supervising Psychiatrist and the OSH Chief of Psychiatry.

NOTE: A CV or resume is required to be attached to your application. To bypass the application process, please e-mail your CV or resume to cynthia.phipps-roman@oha.oregon.gov before the deadline.

To view the entire position description, please click here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Note: For some positions, preference may be given to candidates with significant experience with forensic patients or completion of a forensic psychiatry fellowship.

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

Demonstrated strong diagnostic, pharmacologic, and therapeutic skills in managing complex psychiatric conditions across diverse populations.

Experience supporting patients to achieve meaningful recovery and reintegration into the community through individualized, person-centered treatment.

Experience effectively leading interdisciplinary treatment teams, promoting collaboration, and fostering a respectful and cohesive clinical environment.

Experience thriving in a dynamic, high-acuity environment, demonstrating flexibility, sound judgment, and emotional resilience in challenging situations.

Experience valuing and practicing cultural humility, with a strong commitment to advancing health equity and serving diverse populations with respect and understanding.

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

Submission Requirements

Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.

Cover Letter (Optional) – 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.

How to Apply

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.

After You Apply

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders

Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.

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About the Team & Benefits of Joining

The Oregon State Hospital is looking for clinicians who are passionate about working with people with severe mental illness and helping them return to their life in the community.

Our psychiatrists enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, modern facilities and technologies, opportunities to teach residents and medical students, and a warm and friendly staff culture. The hospital offers a wide variety of treatment options for a dynamic and clinically challenging patient population.

CME opportunities are available onsite, and colleagues include psychiatrists with board certification in forensic, geriatric and addiction psychiatry.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

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.

Additional Details

This announcement is for two full-time, permanent, unrepresented Inpatient Psychiatrist positions based in Salem OR>

This is an on-site, in-office position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.

Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.

The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.

We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact Information

• Recruiter: Cyndi Phipps-Roman
• Email: cynthia.phipps-roman@oha.oregon.gov
• Phone (text friendly): 503-569-0066

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees.

We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation.

Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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