LOCATION: SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP | Kaua'i Region Medical Group
POSITION STATUS: 1.00 | Full-Time
SALARY RATE: Negotiable based on the FTE
JOB DUTIES: Are you a passionate and dedicated psychiatrist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with mental health challenges? If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our team at the Kaua'i Region Medical Group (KRMG), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, with the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua'i Region serving as its sole member. Our facilities include Kaua'i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and the Kaua'i Region Clinics, and we are eager to welcome a new member to our dynamic team!
Join our dynamic team as a Psychiatrist, where you will provide clinical leadership alongside the Director to ensure that our treatment approaches are evidence-based and outcome-driven. In this vital role, you will conduct initial assessments, risk assessments, and ongoing treatments, including crisis intervention, while working collaboratively with our clinical staff to deliver services within a framework of self-determination, recovery, and cultural competency. You will provide direct patient care to Dual Diagnosis and Severely Disabled Mentally Ill (SDMI) populations across inpatient, intensive outpatient, and outpatient clinic programs. As an integral part of our multidisciplinary team, you will help us deliver client-centered, culturally competent care with the highest standards of quality. Please note that this position is regional and may require long hours, weekend and holiday work, and travel to various facilities within the region to meet patient care needs.
BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security, including:
- Paid Holidays each calendar year, allowing you to enjoy valuable time off with family and friends. Please note that the number of paid holidays is prorated based on your full-time equivalent (FTE) rate.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans to ensure you and your family have access to quality healthcare.
- Retirement and Group Life Insurance Plans to help you plan for a secure future.
- Personal Time Off (PTO) for rest, in addition to our holiday schedule. Please note that PTO accrual is prorated based on your FTE rate.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential support for your personal and professional challenges.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options to help manage healthcare costs.
- Potential Eligibility for Various Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs to support your continued education and professional development.
THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week. Applicants are required to provide evidence of education, certification, and licensure.
EDUCATION:- Graduation from an accredited medical or osteopathic school with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree; AND
- Completion of a psychiatric residency program accredited by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
LICENSURE: - A current license to practice medicine in the State of Hawai'i is required. The physician must be duly licensed as a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy and approved for Active Staff membership and clinical privileges on the Hospital's Medical Staff in accordance with the Hospital's Medical Staff bylaws and Rules and Regulations. The physician is also required to maintain Active Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges at the Hospital throughout the term of this Agreement; AND
- Membership in good standing with Kaua'i Medical Associates, an independent physician association, is required; AND
- A current, valid State of Hawai'i type #3 driver's license is preferred; AND
- Current registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and a current State Controlled Substance license from the State of Hawai'i Department of Public Safety's Narcotics Enforcement Division (NED) are mandatory.
CERTIFICATIONS: - Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) in Basic Life Support (adults, child, infant, etc.) for Healthcare Workers AND Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are required (candidates for certain specialties may be required to possess current certifications issued by the AHA in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and/or in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)); AND
- Current board certification by an appropriate certifying organization in psychiatry.
EXPERIENCE: - Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current DSM criteria.
- Proficient in crisis assessment tools and techniques.
- Strong foundational knowledge of general psychiatric principles and practices.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to continuing education in rural medicine practices.
- Demonstrated excellence in bedside manner and patient interaction.
- Flexibility to work irregular hours, with the ability to stand for extended periods and manage limited rest periods.
- Willingness to travel to multiple sites as needed.
CREDENTIALING: Applicants must be fully credentialed by the HHSC Kaua'i Region Medical Staff Administration department before employment.
ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.
MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.
CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Administrative Review, subsequent appeals: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.
CONTACT INFORMATION: SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP is located at 4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapaa, HI 96746. For employment opportunities, please contact KVMH: (808)338-6133 | SMMH: (808)823-4145, email: kauaijobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/.
Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at KVMH: (808)338-6133 | SMMH: (808)823-4145, kauaijobs@hhsc.org.
