Staff Psychiatrist

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able to effect change in the organization to solve problems and drive continuous improvement. As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff well-being and satisfaction top of mind.

Join Salem Health as a Staff Psychiatrist

Play a critical role in providing exceptional psychiatric care to our inpatients. We are seeking a dedicated physician who embodies the values of Salem Health. In return, you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your expertise, compassion and commitment to excellence will be highly valued. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Admit, evaluate, diagnose and provide ongoing care for inpatients, ensuring consistent follow-up and timely management.
• Engage in treatment planning with an interdisciplinary team, contributing your expertise to holistic patient care.
• Educate patients and their families about symptoms and treatment options with clarity and empathy.
• Provide accurate and timely discharge instructions to outpatient providers and families, ensuring a smooth transition of care.
• Offer consultation services to Salem Hospital inpatients and emergency patients.
• Deliver call coverage to the Emergency Department and inpatient unit.
• Support physicians providing weekend coverage.

Education & Consultation:

• Participate in educational and quality improvement activities, including attending relevant meetings and organizational sessions.
• Educate medical staff, hospital staff, community members and the public on psychiatric assessment, treatment and related issues.
• Engage in continuing medical education to stay current with advancements in psychiatric care and maintain your privileges.
• Support hospital efforts to maintain a patient safety culture and reduce medical errors, demonstrating a commitment to excellence.

Quality & Outcomes:

• Achieve patient outcomes that consistently meet or exceed established standards, guided by comparative data, medical literature, and peer review.
• Provide patient services that adhere to evidence-based guidelines, ensuring the highest standard of care.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records in line with medical staff bylaws and rules, ensuring all documentation is timely.
• Address patient dissatisfaction proactively, responding in a timely and appropriate manner to enhance patient experiences.

Collaboration & Professionalism:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers, fostering a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect.
• Manage patient care resources, including team members, according to service line standards, ensuring efficient and effective care delivery.
• Uphold professional and respectful conduct at all times, enhancing trust and collaboration among the patient care team.
• Resolve disagreements constructively and respectfully, ensuring a positive work environment and maintaining patient privacy.

Background/Education:

Education:

• MD or DO degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathy.

Experience:

• Provision of inpatient, outpatient, or consultative psychiatry services for at least 30 patients during the past 2 years, or substantive competent clinical psychiatry services during the past 2 years.
• Current unrestricted license as a physician in the State of Oregon.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted DEA certification.
• Current board certification in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry, or board eligible with board certification achieved within 5 years.
• Knowledge of Lean methodology preferred.

Total Rewards Offerings:

• Market leading base salary
• Generous hiring incentives including start bonus, education assistance and relocation.
• CME annual stipend.
• Malpractice insurance
• 401(K) retirement plans with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Why Salem Health and Clinics?

At Salem Health and Clinics, we take pride in our status as an award-winning, independent health care institution providing the region with its only Level II trauma center and 644 acute care beds. With multiple primary care clinics throughout the community and West Valley Hospital, a 25-bed community hospital in Dallas, OR, we ensure comprehensive and accessible care for all. Our independence empowers us to make nimble, patient-centric decisions without external constraints, fostering an environment where our physicians can shape and elevate the quality of care we provide to our community. Recognized as a Top Workplace in Oregon and honored multiple times by the community, Salem Health fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Welcome to Oregon's Willamette Valley

Offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Salem is a wonderful area to call home. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of lush vineyards and picturesque landscapes, creating an ideal environment for all outdoor enthusiasts. Our vibrant community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, with diverse cultural events, local festivals and a thriving arts scene, ensuring there's always something exciting to explore. Additionally, Salem's strategic location provides easy access to the culture of Portland, the stunning Oregon coast and the majestic Cascade Mountains, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities year-round.