State of Oklahoma·Craig County, Oklahoma
The Psychiatrist I will be responsible for providing care and treatment to persons in state custody, which includes preparing initial intake assessments and managing psychotropic medication in accordance with medical standards. Responsibilities also involve re-evaluations, providing psychoeducation, writing medical orders for staff, participating in on-call coverage, and supervising assigned professional and paraprofessional staff.
452 mental health and substance abuse serv.
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Full/Part-Time: Full time
Compensation: Commensurate based on education and experience
Psychiatrist 📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK 💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience
Join a Team that CARES
At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values—I.C.A.R.E. (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)—aren’t just words; they shape everything we do. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us.
At the Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC), psychiatry goes beyond symptom management—it directly intersects with public safety, the legal system, and life-changing patient outcomes.
This is a rare opportunity to practice in a forensic setting where your clinical decisions carry real weight. You’ll work with individuals undergoing competency restoration and complex psychiatric treatment, often seeing measurable progress that impacts both patient futures and community safety.
About the Facility
Benefits: That Support You
Life in the Grand Lake Area
Make an Impact
If you’re looking to move beyond routine practice into a role where your decisions carry lasting significance, the Oklahoma Forensic Center offers a career defined by purpose, challenge, and distinction.
Apply today and be part of something that truly matters.
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Applicants must be licensed to practice medicine in Oklahoma and be Board eligible or certified in psychiatry. Candidates must also pass an OSBI background check and possess a valid driver's license to fulfill job-related travel requirements.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Oklahoma often reflect steady demand in settings serving patients with mental health and substance use needs, especially where teams need staff who can work across clinical and support functions. This role is competitive because it accepts multiple qualification paths, including a high school diploma with experience, a behavioral health degree, or an Oklahoma RN license with behavioral health experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure, experience, and schedule expectations before applying.
