Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director
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Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
Categories: Health and Human Services
Title: Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director
State Role Title: 49152
Hiring Range: $300,000 - $345,140
Pay Band: 8
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Central State Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
** This position requires participation in the MOD second on-call coverage. **
Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of August 2027.
CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person's individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.
Central State Hospital is recruiting for an Assistant Chief Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and oversight within its forensic/civil psychiatric program. This key leadership position combines direct psychiatric treatment with supervision of psychiatric providers, management of forensic/civil census and services, court responsibilities, staff development, performance improvement, and a strong commitment to patient safety and recovery. The Assistant Chief Medical Director will lead multidisciplinary treatment teams, promote timely and appropriate discharge planning, ensure compliance with medical, regulatory, and documentation standards, and champion the effective use of the electronic health record. This position offers an opportunity for an experienced physician leader to shape quality care, support a culture of accountability and collaboration, and advance the hospital's mission of providing safe, compassionate, recovery-oriented services to individuals in a secure forensic setting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform the Job:
- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting comprehensive psychiatric and medical evaluations, performing clinical examinations, maintaining accurate documentation, and applying sound diagnostic skills to support the effective treatment and management of mental and medical conditions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current evidence-based psychiatric and medical treatment modalities and their appropriate application in clinical practice.
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely document clinical information in the medical record and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships and contribute meaningfully to interdisciplinary treatment teams.
Typical Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or (4) 10.5 hour days
Benefits
At DBHDS, we're committed to supporting our employees both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with training and experience.
- Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus. Must be new to state service and sign a 1-year tenure agreement.
- $2,500 and five paid days annually for CME and/or license renewal
- Up to $3,000 in relocation assistance
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Choice of health insurance plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid life insurance
- Retirement plan options
- At least 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous annual leave
- Family personal leave
- Sick leave
- Employee discount programs
- *Visa Sponsorship
- And more!
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited medical school and successful completion of an accredited psychiatry residency training program.
- Current licensure to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or eligibility to obtain Virginia medical licensure prior to the commencement of employment.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
- Board certification in Psychiatry is preferred; however, candidates must, at a minimum, meet the eligibility requirements for certification in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Additional Considerations
Preferred:
- Board Certification in Psychiatry
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.
Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to "Your Application" in your account.
This position is open until filled; however, applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 1-804-524-7111
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.
Advertised: 21 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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