Medical Clinic Physician

Oregon State Hospital – Medical Clinic Physician Job Description

Company Overview

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is the organization at the forefront of lowering costs, improving quality, and increasing access to health care to improve the lifelong health of Oregonians. By joining the organization, you will be fulfilled by helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care by taking on a position of great responsibility and leadership at Oregon State Hospital (OSH). OSH is a Joint Commission-accredited and CMS-certified public psychiatric hospital which provides services on two campuses to persons committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state behavioral health system.

Why Join?

As a consultant to attending psychiatrists, you have a remarkable opportunity to profoundly impact the lives of forensic patients at Oregon State Hospital (OSH). This 31-unit state psychiatric hospital is offering a unique environment where patient-centered care and work-life balance take precedence. Unlike competitors bound by payer demands, OSH’s federally funded model ensures that your focus remains on meaningful, transformative care. With state-of-the-art facilities and a robust biennial budget of $850 million, OSH equips you with the resources to deliver exceptional care.

This role not only maximizes the intrinsic value of your work but also allows you to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and the broader community. Joining a team passionately committed to reducing health disparities in Oregon, you’ll thrive in a supportive and stable work environment designed to empower both patients and professionals. This rewarding opportunity comes with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Beyond your career, life in the Pacific Northwest offers unparalleled beauty and adventure. From breathtaking landscapes and world-class hiking to coastal beaches, skiing, mild winters, and a vibrant food and beverage culture, you’ll enjoy a truly balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

OSH Values

Humanity, Equity, Wellness, Partnership, Transparency, Performance Excellence

OSH Vision

A psychiatric hospital that inspires hope, promotes safety, and supports recovery for all

Job Summary

As a Medical Clinic Physician at Oregon State Hospital, you will serve as a consultant to the attending psychiatrists, overseeing the overall medical care for a designated panel of patients. Your role will focus on unit-based care, with larger procedures conducted in the clinic when necessary. While you won’t be the attending physician, you will provide hands-on medical care, address patients’ ongoing health needs, and coordinate with community medical specialists when required. On-call opportunities are available with additional compensation, though participation is not mandatory. This position is perfect for a collaborative professional who excels in delivering comprehensive medical support within a psychiatric care setting.

Required Skills/Abilities, Education & Experience

• Licensure as a physician through the Oregon Medical Board.
• Satisfactory completion of a residency program in Internal or Family Medicine in the United States or Canada.
• Board Certified or eligible for board certification in area of specialty.
• Valid DEA Waiver.
• Convey and embody OSH's Mission, Vision and Values.

The Medical Clinic Physician is responsible for the following duties & responsibilities:

Make patient clinical assessments and plans of care that can include medications, referral to outside specialist, referral to higher level of care for emergent/urgent care, ordering of appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures, and performing necessary procedures to appropriate level of training.

Medical Duties:

• Provide general medical ambulatory care to all patients at OSH through the Medical Clinic. Go to units to see patients who are unable to be brought to the Medical Clinic due to mental illness or physical limitations that make transportation of the patient difficult or unsafe.
• Provide interpretations of specialty recommendations and in-house procedures/studies such as ECG’s and x-rays for unit staff and psychiatrists.
• Perform basic office procedures in accordance with training.
• Provide telephone consultation in the area of general medicine to unit staff and other clinicians.
• Work collaboratively with unit psychiatrists on preventing metabolic syndrome caused by anti-psychotic medications and treating metabolic complications.
• Can assume responsibilities of the medical OD on weekly rotating basis to include off-grounds telephone availability after regular work hours and on-grounds medical services a minimum of four hours during holidays and weekends when on duty.
• Refer patients to outside medical specialists, as necessary.
• Meet with families, other agencies, or the public-at-large, as needed, to promote and enhance patient care.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Medicine or designee.

Contribute to the direction and development of OSH:

• Serve on MAHPS and/or OSH committees as assigned by or approved by the Superintendent, President of MAHPS, Chief Medical Officer, or Chief of Medicine.
• Maintain Basic Life Support certification and complete Safe Together and other recurring trainings as required.
• Attend relevant in-service training programs as needed and maintain continuing medical education.
• Serve as a role model and coach for staff, setting a standard for continuing development of quality services in a milieu of respect for the individual.
• Participate in peer review and quality management activities.

Cultural Competency:

• Consistently treat customers, patients, consumers, stakeholders, community partners, vendors, and colleagues with dignity and respect. Demonstrate recognition of the value of individual and cultural difference; create a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity where talents, abilities and experiences are valued.
• Proactively create and maintain an inclusive work environment for all staff, including those from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrate understanding of applying principles related to eliminating health inequity. Demonstrate effective delivery of culturally responsive, anti-racist, inclusive and trauma-informed services policies and practices, including evidence of ongoing development of personal cultural awareness and humility.
• Provide services in a culturally and linguistically responsive manner; assure that printed materials are available in different languages as needed and/or in alternate format.
• Promote and foster a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Values:

• As an employee of Oregon State Hospital, demonstrate awareness, understanding and alignment in service delivery with the OHA strategic plan and OSH and OHA Core Values.