Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Madison State Hospital:

Madison State Hospital is located in a rural area overlooking the Ohio River and has served the citizens of Indiana for over a century, opening its door to patients in 1910. As part of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospital Network, our staff offer comprehensive treatment programs utilizing a Trauma Informed Care approach. Patients admitted for treatment can participate in individual therapy, medication therapy, family therapy, psycho-educational groups, rehabilitation therapies, chaplain services, co-occurring programming, as well as employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. MSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $193,102.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Deliver Psychiatric Care and Education

• Prescribes and administers psychiatric care to patients including completing assessments, prescribing medications, and providing patient/family education to support recovery and informed decision-making.

Lead Treatment Planning and Team Collaboration

• Serves in a leadership capacity on treatment teams and take an active role in providing appropriate clinical direction in the development of individual treatment plans to ensure coordinated care.
• Collaborates with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress to foster interdisciplinary alignment.

Document and Diagnose Patient Conditions

• Gathers and maintains patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Analyzes and evaluates patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder to guide appropriate interventions.

Maintain Professional Standards and Governance

• Completes continuing educational opportunities to improve the field of medicine and comply with the medical-professional staff bylaws, rules, and regulations to uphold clinical excellence.
• Serves on selected standing hospital committees and demonstrate active participation, providing input within areas of competence to support institutional governance.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• The ability to demonstrate both an understanding of the contexts and systems in which health care is provided.

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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• The ability to demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that enables him/her to establish and maintain professional relationships with patients, families, and members of health care teams.
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Psychiatry MD/DO and subspecialty board certification if applicable.
• Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the state of Indiana as issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency.
• Completion of an accredited residency training program in Psychiatry or subspecialty training if applicable.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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