SALARY
Staff Psychiatrist – Onsite Inpatient Unit
$382,884 – $460,075 (Board Certified)
$373,068 – $447,108 (Board Eligible)
Staff Psychiatrist – Onsite
$338,712 – $406,992 (Board Certified)
$330,024 – $395,520 (Board Eligible)
Staff Psychiatrist – Telehealth/Headquarters
$294,528 – $353,904 (Board Certified)
$286,980 – $343,932 (Board Eligible)
Psychiatric Inpatient Units can be found in the following CDCR locations:
- California Health Care Facility
- California Medical Facility
- California Institution for Women
- San Quentin State Prison
- Salinas Valley State Prison
Q&A WITH DR. MEHTA
Learn about CCHCS’ Statewide Mental Health Deputy Director, Dr. Amar Mehta, and his perspective on correctional psychiatry in the interview “Behind Bars: An Insider’s Perspective on Correctional Psychiatry” published in the July 2022 Psychiatric Times Volume 39, Issue 7. Find it on page 34 in the digital magazine and page 30 in the printed version.)
BENEFITS
In addition to competitive pay, we also provide all of the security and benefits that come with employment with the State of California, including:
- Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of Colleagues
- Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population
- Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules, including 4-day Workweeks at many Locations
- Safety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional Officers
- No Insurance, Worker’s Comp, or Disability Paperwork to manage
- Generous Medication Formulary
- Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship
- Relocation Assistance for those new to state of CA service
- Potential NHSC Loan Repayment (depending on location)
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
- Annual Stipend of $2,500/year for CME costs
- Annual Allocation of 56 hours for CME conferences or self-study
- Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans (tax defer up to $46,000 – $61,000 per year)
- State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years (visit www.CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas)
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, the Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California
CONTACT US TODAY!
MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov
Or call us with questions at:
(877) 793-4473 (HIRE)
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