Psychiatrist
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services·Vinita, Oklahoma
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services·Vinita, Oklahoma
The Psychiatrist I will provide care and treatment to persons in state custody at the Oklahoma Forensic Center, which includes preparing initial intake assessments and developing treatment plans. Responsibilities also involve managing psychotropic medication, conducting ongoing assessments, providing psychoeducation, writing medical orders, and participating in on-call coverage.
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.
Practice Psychiatry Where It Truly Matters 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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.
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.
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.
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