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WSH Deputy Chief Medical Officer- Civil Center for Excellence
Western State Hospital (WSH), one of the nation's largest inpatient psychiatric state hospitals, provides quality behavioral health and medical services to people with serious mental and behavioral health diagnoses. We support sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness. As a leader in the behavioral health field, you see yourself assuming a strategic role, becoming part of the solution. Join our team as Western State Hospital’s Civil Center of Excellence (CCE) Deputy Chief Medical Officer.
Our team at Western State Hospital is working hard to improve the quality of patient care and the safety of our patients, staff, and community. To help us attain the highest possible level of quality, we are seeking a motivated, board-certified physician (psychiatry, family medicine, or internal medicine) to assume the role of Deputy Chief Medical Officer and help steer efforts to turn ideas into lasting improvements.
You will provide a clinical, administrative perspective as you strategize organizational improvements alongside the Chief Medical Officer and other executive leaders of WSH’s Civil Center. You will have the opportunity to exercise both your clinical and leadership skills, grow in your career, and in so doing, affect positive change in the behavioral health needs of Washington state.
At an executive level, you will
One of the biggest rewards unique to public service is that our healthcare staff are able to focus on developing approaches to treatment that prioritize the quality of patient care over profits. Additional benefits and compensation include:
Who should apply
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This job is classified as Medical Washington Management Services 3. Pierce County employees receive a free Orca card for transportation needs. This advertisement has been reopened to allow additional qualified people to apply. If you have already applied for this job, you do not need to apply again--your status remains unchanged.
Interested? Be certain to include an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the short application. The resume/CV will be reviewed by the hiring team as they are received.
Questions? Email bastrjl@dshs.wa.gov or phone Jenny at 360-791-4168, reference 00042. We partner with people to access support, care, and resources. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
#WeAreHiring #InclusionWorksPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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Western State Hospital (WSH), one of the nation's largest inpatient psychiatric state hospitals, provides quality behavioral health and medical services to people with serious mental and behavioral health diagnoses. We support sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness. As a leader in the behavioral health field, you see yourself assuming a strategic role, becoming part of the solution. Join our team as Western State Hospital’s Civil Center of Excellence (CCE) Deputy Chief Medical Officer.
Our team at Western State Hospital is working hard to improve the quality of patient care and the safety of our patients, staff, and community. To help us attain the highest possible level of quality, we are seeking a motivated, board-certified physician (psychiatry, family medicine, or internal medicine) to assume the role of Deputy Chief Medical Officer and help steer efforts to turn ideas into lasting improvements.
You will provide a clinical, administrative perspective as you strategize organizational improvements alongside the Chief Medical Officer and other executive leaders of WSH’s Civil Center. You will have the opportunity to exercise both your clinical and leadership skills, grow in your career, and in so doing, affect positive change in the behavioral health needs of Washington state.
At an executive level, you will
- Develop and manage medical components of WSH-CCE’s operational plan.
- Oversee psychiatric and medical treatment for all WSH-CCE patients.
- Assist with the roll-out of a new and improved electronic health record.
- Supervise WSH-CCE medical staff members, including psychiatrists.
- Ensure patients are receiving consistent, quality care.
- Analyze needs and provide recommendations for policies and procedures.
- Collaborate and coordinate with WSH-CCE executive leadership team, medical staff, business partners, and other business partners in quality improvement initiatives.
- Meet regularly with professional staff, participate in the formulation or revision of policies, attend relevant committee meetings, and evaluate the efficacy of treatment programs.
- Advocate for best practices in the promotion and protection of the health and welfare of patients, staff, and surrounding communities.
- Promote and support efforts toward inclusive environment through positive behavior management techniques.
One of the biggest rewards unique to public service is that our healthcare staff are able to focus on developing approaches to treatment that prioritize the quality of patient care over profits. Additional benefits and compensation include:
- "Day One" benefits package that rivals any employer in Washington State.
- WA State retirement pension program and Deferred Compensation Program.
- Generous leave package including Vacation PTO, Sick PTO, and weekend/holidays.
- 24/7 facility pay: For job opportunities requiring at least at least three days/week on-site job duties, on-site work service may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay (on top of advertised salary).
- Employee legal representation and/or indemnification.
Who should apply
- A valid license to practice medicine in the State of Washington (or be able to obtain their WA license prior to the start of their employment).
- Completed an ACGME-approved residency in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
- Attained board certification in their specialty by the appropriate medical board.
- Experience in inpatient psychiatric hospital settings, leadership, and healthcare quality improvement measures.
- A broad understanding of psychiatric illness, civil commitment procedures and applicable laws, medical treatment protocols and/or guidelines for various acute and chronic psychiatric and medical conditions.
- Proficiency in formulating diagnoses, developing multidisciplinary treatment plans, prescribing medications, monitoring treatment progress, and determining treatment efficacy.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Prior experience in hospital administration, management, or leadership.
- Prior experience in quality improvement or quality assurance oversight.
- Evidence-based psychiatric practice and psychopharmacology, evidence-based psychosocial therapies, trauma-informed care and other emerging concepts in the treatment of and recovery from mental illness and behavioral health disorders.
- Effective communication skills, empathy/compassion, and the ability to work well in interdisciplinary treatment settings.
- Awareness of digital health devices and health information technology.
- Prior experience as a supervising psychiatrist is desired as well as training, education, and mentorships of psychiatric residents and students.
This job is classified as Medical Washington Management Services 3. Pierce County employees receive a free Orca card for transportation needs. This advertisement has been reopened to allow additional qualified people to apply. If you have already applied for this job, you do not need to apply again--your status remains unchanged.
Interested? Be certain to include an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the short application. The resume/CV will be reviewed by the hiring team as they are received.
Questions? Email bastrjl@dshs.wa.gov or phone Jenny at 360-791-4168, reference 00042. We partner with people to access support, care, and resources. To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
#WeAreHiring #InclusionWorksPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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