What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY) position at Department of State Hospitals?
We Are Hiring Psychiatrists - Retired Annuitant!
Board Certified up to $166.10 Hourly Rate Board Eligible up to $161.42 Hourly Rate (This advertisement is for Retired Annuitants only.)
Email your C.V. directly to CSHEmployment@dsh.ca.gov. You may also Click Hereto generate an email.
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 (559) 935-7275.
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 Voluntary paid on-call Substantial Continuing Medical Education reimbursement Generous CalPERS retirement benefits Excellent medical, dental, and vision Team oriented, collegial working environment
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
The employee is required to work any shift and schedule in a variety of settings throughout the hospital and may be required to work overtime and float to other work locations as determined by the operational needs of the hospital. All employees are required to have an annual health review and TB test or whenever necessary to ascertain that they are free from symptoms indicating the presence of infection and are able to safely perform their essential job functions.
Maximum of 960 hours per Fiscal Year (July 1 - June 30)
There are multiple vacancies for this classification. Positions filled may be assigned to any shift on any program.
This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY)
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-517032
Position #(s):
437-000-7619-XXX
Working Title:
Staff Psychiatrist - Retired Annuitant (Onsite)
Classification:
STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY)
$161.42 - $166.10
Board cert hourly HAM rate $166.10 Board Eligible hourly HAM rate $161.42
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Fresno County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Retired Annuitant
DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings.
All state civil service employees are currently subject to a mandatory Personal Leave Program (PLP). The PLP program reduces the monthly gross salary but provides paid leave options (PLO) leave credits in lieu of pay. The amount of salary reduction depends on the classification and associated union Bargaining Unit (BU). The BU that represents this position is BU16 and is represented by Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD). The expected salary reduction will be 4.62% of the salary identified above, and you will accrue 8 hours of PLP each qualifying pay period. Incumbents will be subject to the PLP salary reduction and leave accruals through December 1, 2026. Positions with time bases that are less than full-time will receive a prorated accrual of PLP that’s based on number of hours worked during the pay period.
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.
You MUST attach a copy of your current CV.
NOTE: Please do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) 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.
You MUST be retired from State Civil Service to be eligible for this position. Click here to see eligibility requirements.
This position is limited-term (12 Months); it may be extended or be canceled at any time. The advertisement may also be used to fill future vacancies for positions that are of the same classification and same tenure/time base if the vacancy occurs while this job posting is active.
Coalinga State Hospital is accepting applications for this recruitment continuously. This advertisement will remain posted until the position(s) have been filled. Cut-off-date on every other Friday, beginning May 1, 2026. Applications may be processed on a flow basis prior to the cut-off-date to meet the hiring needs of the department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and have eligibility by the application received date to be invited to participate in the next available scheduled interview and/or processed for conditional hire.
Salary : $335,754 - $345,488
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