Physician Specialist - Full Time - With 15% Retention &...

Physician Specialist - Full Time - With 15% Retention & Recruitment Supplement Organization: Behavioral Health - Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Agency Contact Name and Information: Unposting Date: Ongoing Work Location: Appalachia Behav - Athens 100 Hospital Drive Athens 45701 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens Compensation: To Be Determined Schedule: Full-time Classified Indicator: Unclassified Union: 1199 Primary Job Skill: Medical Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Medical Professional Skills: Adaptability, Building Trust, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH. DBH Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team. Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new namethe Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state. What you'll do at DBH: Provide general and emergency medical services: perform patient admission examinations and preliminary evaluation diagnosis; treat patients & monitors progress; make rounds of ward areas; provide on-duty coverage as required. Meet with other medical and nursing staff to determine appropriate patient care or treatment: consult with other physicians and other professionals (e.g., psychiatrists, physical therapists, social workers, etc.) to determine specialized treatment needed; consult with RN's & gives direction for appropriate care and medical treatments specific to patient's needs. Complete required documentation: write medical evaluations, complete admission records, discharge documents, and death summaries, interpret and analyze laboratory reports & findings, & writes doctor's orders & instructions to nursing & support staff on duty. Attend various committees as assigned. Conduct quality assurance reports as assigned This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit, with a pay range of # P2 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Work Schedule will be day shift/variable. This position is located within Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701. Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Additional Salary / Appointment Information: Flexible weekday schedule Collegial work environment where learning is encouraged Generous recruitment/retention supplements available Voluntary on-duty coverage [after hours] opportunities at 80% of total hourly rate Physician loan repayment program [up to $30k per year] Health benefits trade-off monthly lump sum supplement available Free malpractice insurance Must be able to complete a 2 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Certificate to practice medicine issued by State Medical Board, pursuant to Section 4731.14 of Revised Code & certificate of registration issued by State Medical Board, pursuant to Section 4731.281 of Revised Code or limited registration with subsequent application for next available biennial medical state board examination (i.e., Federation Licensing Examination) to test for limited certificate per Section 4731.292 of Revised Code as it applies for foreign medical graduates. Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. Job Skills: Medical Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will

Created: 2026-03-05