Department of Behavioral Health And Developmental Services

Location: Central State Hospital. Central State Hospital is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited inpatient psychiatric. The Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) on-call physician will provide on grounds availability to evaluate patients, provide admission history and physical examinations, perform rounds (as needed) on both the forensic and civil units, and respond to clinical situations in the hospital after hours and on weekends.. Central State Hospital only accepts online applications via RMS. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application.. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).

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Title: Physician - M.O.D.- Medical Officer of the Day *(Part-time)* State Role Title: 49152 Hiring Range: $104.74 Hourly Rate Pay Band: 8 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Central State Hospital Agency Website: www.csh.dbhds.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties Central State Hospital is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited inpatient psychiatric facility located in Petersburg, Virginia, is recruiting for Part-Time Physicians – Medical Officer(s) of the Day (MOD). Central State has been providing quality care and treatment to the citizens of the Commonwealth continuously since 1870. It serves Central Virginia for Civil Admissions, while its Maximum-Security Forensic program serves the entire Commonwealth. This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR CLINICIANS INTERESTED IN SERVING A UNDER SERVED POPULATION while honing their skills in the evaluation and treatment of severely mentally ill patients without the hassles of managed care and with the complement of a full interdisciplinary treatment team. The Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) on-call physician will provide on grounds availability to evaluate patients, provide admission history and physical examinations, perform rounds (as needed) on both the forensic and civil units, and respond to clinical situations in the hospital after hours and on weekends. On-site physician quarters are provided and back-up phone consultation is available from staff psychiatrists, as well as internists. This position averages 2-4 shifts per month as needed. Minimum Qualifications <ul><li> Doctor of Medicine license to practice in Virginia;</li><li> Knowledge of best practices for inpatient psychiatry;</li><li> Ability to respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies;</li><li> Good communication skills. </li></ul>Additional Considerations <ul><li> Possess Board eligibility requirements in Psychiatry</li><li> In-patient psychiatry experience </li></ul>Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Central State Hospital only accepts online applications via RMS. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days. These positions are hourly/wage and not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year. An extensive criminal history background investigation, not limited to employment references, drug testing and E-Verify will be conducted. Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (804) 524-XXXX for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY. Hiram W. Davis Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability. DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment. Contact Information Name: Human Resource Department Phone: 804-524-7111 Email: CSHRecruitment@dbhds.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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