What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician (Psychiatric Physician) - Direct Hire position at Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Prisons?
Physician (Psychiatric Physician) - Direct Hire
Multiple Locations
Application Close Date
Sep 30, 2026
Grade
GP 13 - 15
Salary Range
$124,308.00 to $315,000.00
This job is open to
Career Transition
Open to the public
Key Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is Required.
See Special Conditions of Employment Section
Selective Service Requirement: Go to: https://www.sss.gov
Travel Required
Occasional travel
Telework eligible
No
Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Duties
Provides professional health care services for federal prisoners confined within a BOP facility and/or provides consultative services via BOP telehealth network to assigned facilities. Responsible for meeting the health needs (both physical and/or mental) of the inmates assigned to his/her caseload. Responsible for providing psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and programs for patients suspected of having mental disorders. Responsible for the development of the master treatment plan and or mental health component of the ambulatory treatment plan and subsequent reviews for patients under his/her care and is directly responsible for the continuity of psychiatric care given to the patients assigned to his/her caseload. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed one regular and recurring basis.
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Salary : $124,308 - $315,000