Initial Posting Date:

12/29/2025

Application Deadline:

01/31/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$30,019 to $32,939

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Deputy Chief Medical Officer (Forensic)/Chief of Psychiatry

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!

Deputy Chief Medical Officer (Forensic)/Chief of Psychiatry

The Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) Forensic/Chief of Psychiatry represents the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) office to provide executive leadership with a cross-discipline clinical lens, focusing on patient safety, quality of care, critical incident review, utilization review, and use of technology solutions in patient care, with an emphasis on maintaining standard work and alignment in practices across the Salem and Junction City campuses. The DCMO directly oversees the operations of Psychiatry, Admissions, Program Services and Forensic Evaluation Services (FES) Departments. The DCMO also serves as an executive sponsor for process improvement projects impacting clinical work and assists the CMO to establish equitable, inclusive, and trauma-informed patient treatment and workplace practices, including Collaborative Problem Solving.

  

For a full review of the position description, please Click Here   

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.        

What We Are Looking For    

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application to be considered for this position.

• Unencumbered license to practice medicine in the State of Oregon, or the ability to obtain one by the time of appointment. 

• Board Certification in Psychiatry by the (ABPN), or the ability to obtain certification within required timelines. 

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical, hospital, or behavioral health setting, including oversight of multidisciplinary teams, clinical operations, or program administration. 

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.    

• Must possess an unencumbered medical license for the State of Oregon.

• Must be board certified or board eligible in psychiatry.

• Must have a valid Oregon driver's license or alternate means of transportation to travel to the Junction City campus.

• Must be able to flex hours or work additional shifts when necessary to complete time sensitive projects or ensure the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

Application Guidance    

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume/CV. 

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.    

• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.    

After You Apply:    

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.    

• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.    

• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.    

Reminders:    

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!    

• This announcement is for one full-time, permanent, unrepresented Deputy Chief Medical Officer position based in Salem and Junction City, Oregon.

• This position is 100% on site. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.   

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiters, Barry Lein at 503-440-6484 or Cyndi Phipps-Roman at 503-569-0066 or email us at OSH.Physician.Careers@oha.oregon.gov.  

Benefits of Joining Our Team    

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:    

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.    

• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.    

• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 10 hours per month.    

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.    

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).    

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.    

Additional Details    

• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.

• Agency visa sponsorships are limited until September 15th, 2026. Therefore, within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

• This posting will be open till filled

Helpful Links & Resources    

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.