| Post Code: D702 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS8401 | |
| Classification Number: Z7018 | |
| Open: 04/29/2008 | |
| Close: OPEN UNTIL FILLED | |
| Location: Salem | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
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The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a progressive and experienced professional to serve as the Chief Medical Officer for the Oregon State Hospital in Salem and the Portland campus. This position is Executive Service and is not represented by a union. For immediate consideration apply now. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the Oregon State Hospital Chief Medical Officer vacancy. *The salary for the applicants may be different than what is announced on this recruitment depending on the qualifications of the applicant. If the applicant meets the qualifications under “REQUIREMENTS” AND is licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine in the State of Oregon, with board certification by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners, the salary is at the PEMJ level ($9,368 - $20,000). Other differentials may apply. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. INTRODUCTION DHS serves the State of Oregon and the people in it. We:
DHS employs approximately 10,000 people, in more than 160 locations around the state, and delivers services through, and in coordination with, many community partners. COMPENSATION Base Salary: $9,368 - $20,000 monthly Differentials: (in addition to base salary – from $833 to $1,985 monthly)
SCOPE OF THE POSITION This position is responsible for administrative oversight of the medical staff, medical departments and clinical practice. This position reports to the Superintendent and plays a key leadership role in the hospital-wide strategic planning, quality improvement, risk management and business development and outreach. The Oregon State Hospital, a 675 bed hospital with campuses in Salem and Portland, provides long-term psychiatric treatment for adults with severe and persistent mental illness who are civilly or criminally committed for treatment. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations, the hospital has beds for gero-psychiatric and medical services; for treatment of civilly committed adults; for the evaluation and treatment of adults who have been charged with a crime; secure residential beds for less restrictive treatment of adults under the jurisdiction of the state Psychiatric Security Review Board; and the Portland campus has 92 beds for civilly committed adults. Combined, the two campuses serve 700-plus patients. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is responsible for providing effective medical/psychiatric care to patients at the Oregon State Hospital with their full participation where possible and in the least restrictive manner. This position is also responsible for the supervision of all medical services at the State Hospital to assure that all services medically necessary to assist patients to return to an appropriate community setting are identified and provided in an integrated manner. Major duties include:
REQUIREMENTS Six years of management experience in a public or private organization (preferably a hospital setting) which included responsibility for each of the following: a) providing medical leadership, b) current knowledge of mental health medications, c) assuring a functional process for credentialing medical staff, d) development of program rules and policies, e) development of short and long range goals and plans, and f) program evaluation. Education: M.D degree is required. Candidates must be board-certified at the time of appointment. Forensic board-certified or eligible psychiatrist is preferred. Licensure: Candidates must possess current licensure to practice medicine by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment and maintain licensure throughout employment. Please indicate current licensure on your curriculum vitae. SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING A curriculum vitae (CV) that clearly describes your experience, skills and knowledge related to the requirements of the position. Please e-mail curriculum vitae to: (Please indicate Chief Medical Officer in the subject line of the e-mail)
For additional information please contact Jean Fauth at: Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
Or
Telephone 503-945-6851
If you need assistance to participate in this process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday. Fingerprint-based criminal history and driving record checks will be conducted for applicants offered employment. The circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine whether an applicant is accepted for employment. WORKING CONDITIONS Senior hospital staff are often on call and expected to be available during at all hours of the day and night. This position is scheduled to work a professional workweek; however, the incumbent's flexibility in a work schedule is considered a condition of employment. It is understood that the hours of work may vary from day to day, week to week. Daily contact with patients who are severely mentally ill, frequently threatening and occasionally physically assaultive. Frequently deal with urgent demands from patients, families and professionals in the hospital and in the community. Daily work environment includes interview rooms, ward examining rooms, seclusion rooms, conference rooms, and office settings. Daily exposure to infectious diseases. Statewide and national travel may be required with some overnight stays. You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background and driving records check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. BENEFITS Benefits include a competitive salary, employer paid health plan, paid holidays, leave accrual and personal leave, membership in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and opportunities to participate in the Oregon Savings Growth Plans. If you are interested in learning more about the State of Oregon, please visit http://www.oregon.gov/; or for more specific information about DHS, visit our Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/dhs. To learn more about Salem, Oregon please visit website http://www.traveloregon.com/ The Oregon Department of Human Services has a commitment to diversity, multiculturalism, and community and actively engages in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! | |
