CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - PSYCHIATRIST OPTION

PSYC 0005

MDH, Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center, Jessup, MD

This position provides executive leadership for both clinical and operational aspects of the hospital in order to accomplish the mission of the hospital – to provide competent treatment for its patients, treat all employees as its most valued asset, accomplish its goals and objectives with efficiency and fiscal restraint, manage its responsibilities with sensitivity to the surrounding community, and enhance its role as a progressive force in the mental health community and as a leader in providing effective hospital care.  This position also supervises all clinical services and manages and supervises all clinical departments and program services to assure the delivery of quality patient care and compliance with standards of accreditation, licensing and regulatory requirements.  The hospital provides services to adult forensic and civilly committed patients.     

Qualified candidates must possess a current Maryland medical license, current Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substance Registration and boarded in Psychiatry by the American Medical Association Specialty Board or other Board approved by the Maryland Board of Physicians.  Qualified candidates must also possess at least 6 years of experience managing health service operations in a behavioral health setting, and 4 years of managerial or supervisory experience.

The desirable candidate will also possess a certification in Forensic Psychiatry, as well as specific experience in forensic health service program planning and development.<\p>

 Current or past Chief Executive Officer experience, in a forensic behavioral health facility is strongly desired.

1. Applicants for this classification must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State Law. A copy of a current Maryland medical license and board certification should be attached to the application.

2. Applicants for this classification must be board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Medical Specialties, or other Board approved by the Maryland Board of Physicians.

3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal use of Drugs.

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. 

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.