Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OKFull-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.About the Facility The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state's only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties.Location: Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa)Capacity: 268 bedsPopulation Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of InsanityMission: Deliver quality forensic evaluations and effective psychiatric treatment in a therapeutic environment that preserves public safetyWhy Join OFC?Meaningful, High-Impact Work – Shape legal outcomes and patient trajectories in ways outpatient roles cannotDepth of Practice – Manage complex, treatment-resistant cases that strengthen your clinical expertiseCollaborative Environment – Work alongside psychologists, legal teams, and nursing staff in a structured, team-based modelPredictable Schedule – No outpatient productivity pressure; focus on quality care in a secure settingCareer Differentiation – Build specialized expertise in forensic psychiatry, a highly respected and in-demand fieldKey ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive intake assessments for new patientsDevelop individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluationOrder and interpret laboratory testsManage and monitor psychotropic medications using best practicesPerform ongoing patient evaluations and treatment adjustmentsProvide psychoeducation regarding diagnoses and treatment plansWrite and oversee medical orders for interdisciplinary staffParticipate in on-call coverage for medical and psychiatric needsSupervise residents, interns, and other clinical staff as assignedMinimum QualificationsLicensed to practice medicine in the State of OklahomaBoard-eligible or Board-certified in PsychiatrySpecial RequirementsSuccessful completion of OSBI background checkAbility to fulfill job-related travel as neededPre-employment drug screening requiredWe are a J1 waiver sponsorBenefits That Support You ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:Generous state-paid benefit allowanceMultiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions)Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)Employee assistance and wellness programs11 paid holidays annually15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first yearRetirement plan with strong employer matchLongevity bonusesStudent loan repayment opportunitiesContinuing Medical Education (CME) supportLife in the Grand Lake Area Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:Minutes from Grand Lake o' the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma's premier destinations for boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront livingRelaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutesAccess to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spacesUnique local shops, dining, and cultural attractionsClose-knit community with easy access to TulsaMake 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.