Psychiatrist - Mendota Mental Health Institute

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is recruiting for a Psychiatrist . This position will typically work Monday-Friday with daytime hours.

MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, and is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system. Our overall service delivery goal is to provide specialized services in treatment, research, training and consultation.

MMHI is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS .

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package , including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

As a Psychiatrist, you will provide direct medical and psychiatric services to patients of MMHI and outpatients that MMHI has contracted to provide services for via Tele-medicine in accordance with established institution policy, treatment methods, goals of patients and unit policy. Duties include:

• Performing psychiatric exams
• Prescribing medications and treatments
• Psychiatric consultation with patients and family
• Participation in and/or conducting in-service meetings, staffings, case conferences
• Providing consultation to community agencies
• Physical health assessments
• Participation in training of resident, medical students, and unit staff.

Salary Information

Starting annual salary* is between $372,800 and $377,000 plus excellent benefits.

• *Salary includes an add-on of $23.00 per hour for board certification in psychiatry. The add-on for board certification eligibility is $8.00 per hour.
  
  
• A 12-month probationary period is required.
  
  
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 10/52.
  
  

Job Details

All applicants will be required to allow the DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by MMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have:

• Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin, or ability to obtain a license prior to appointment, plus a minimum of three (3) years of training in an approved residency in psychiatry. Board Certification in General Psychiatry is expected within three (3) years of hire. For specific information on licensing, review the Department of Safety and Professional Services website: .

Well-qualified candidates will also have one or more of the following:

• Board Certification in General Psychiatry.
• Fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, or geriatric psychiatry.
• Experience working in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
• Experience working with incarcerated youth or adults.

How To Apply

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Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Shea O'Malley in Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io .

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here .

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is June 26, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.