Board Certified up to $355,860 Annual Salary
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4-Day workweek available

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Note: An Application Form (STD 678) is needed before being hired. Click Here for a fillable PDF. Emailing the first page along with your C.V. will help us to expedite the hiring process. You may also use the "Apply Now" button for the online CalCareers system. Please email or call us anytime.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us using the contact information below. We are looking forward to hearing from you soon!

[email protected]
(916) 654-2609

Benefits of Working for the Department of State Hospitals

Competitive salaries and many opportunities for advancement
Flexible workweek options may be available
Psychiatrist-led treatment teams
Telepsychiatry may be available at some locations
Voluntary paid on-call
Substantial Continuing Medical Education reimbursement
Generous CalPERS retirement benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision
Team oriented, collegial working environment

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is physically located at the Allenby building in Sacramento County and is currently offered with the potential for a hybrid work environment. Consistent with Policy Directive 5338, Telework may be considered with prior approval from management. If approved, incumbent is expected to report to work at the Allenby building at least three times per week, as directed by their supervisor. Travel throughout California site visits, including overnight travel, to DSH partnered treatment facilities will be required with prior notice

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-532627

Position #(s):
437-000-7619-000

Working Title:
Telepsychiatrist

Classification:
STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY) $24,047.00 - $28,818.00 U
$24,677.00 - $29,655.00 V
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Medical Staff of Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga requires Staff Psychiatrist candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for privileging set forth in the facility Bylaws.

This is a Tele-Medicine position. This Staff Psychiatrist will see patients of DSH-Coalinga via Telepresence from DSH Sacramento. You must write Tele-psychiatrist as the position you are applying for on your application. Position will be filled based upon budget approval.

You MUST attach a copy of your current CV.

Cut-off-dates are every other Tuesday beginning on October 2, 2026.

Applications may be processed on a flow basis prior to the cut-off-date to meet the hiring needs of the department.

NOTE: Please do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.

Appointment is subject to the provisions of the SROA process: SROA/SURPLUS/ REEMPLOYMENT candidates are encouraged to apply and must attach a copy of their status letter in order to be considered.

Prior to appointment, interested applicants must submit: a completed Standard State Application (Form STD 678). Form STD 678 will automatically be submitted if applying using your CalCareers account.

Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Department of State Hospitals-Sacramento
Attn: Hooman Akhavan
1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Department of State Hospitals-Sacramento
Hooman Akhavan
1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento , CA 95814
Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Napa
Human Resources Contact:
Hooman Akhavan
(916) 909-0657
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Susana Lopez
(559) 935-7215
[email protected]
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Interview/Relocation Information
Reimbursement for interview and relocation expenses are available up to $1,000 pursuant to operational needs and fund availability. Reimbursement amounts are subject to Section 10.3 of the current Memorandum of Understanding for Bargaining Unit 16.

Vaccination Status Information

Effective October 1, 2021, in accordance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) State Public Health Order of August 5, 2021, all workforce members in DSH state hospitals are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination regimen. Prior to your first day, you will be required to fill out a COVID-19 Vaccination Consent Form.

Effective March 1, 2022, in accordance with CDPH State Public Health Order of December 22, 2021, hospital workforce members currently eligible for booster doses must have received their booster dose.

• If you are fully vaccinated, you must provide evidence of vaccination prior to your start date.
• If you are not fully vaccinated, you have the option to receive a vaccine from one of the State Hospitals prior to your start date.
• If you are not fully vaccinated and choose to complete a request for an exemption, you must submit this exemption and receive approval prior to your start date.
• If you are not yet eligible for a booster, you must be in compliance no later than 15 days after the recommended timeframe for receiving the booster dose.

Please note that start dates will be dependent upon if and when proof of vaccination or exemption requirements are submitted timely and approved.

Face Coverings
While working on-site, employees must follow current face covering guidance as issued by CDPH.