Chief of Psychiatry - Norristown State Hospital

Salary $256,314.00 - $302,280.00 Annually Location Montgomery County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-61380-37520 Department Department of Human Services Division HS Norristown St Hosp Opening Date 10/28/2026 Closing Date 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 37520 Position Number 00127390 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit T3 Pay Group DR05 Bureau / Division Code 00210671 Bureau / Division Norristown State Hospital Worksite Address 1415 Sterigere Street City Norristown, Pennsylvania Zip Code 19401 Contact Name HHS Intake Section Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Do you aspire to lead a comprehensive psychiatric program that drives meaningful impact as the Chief of Psychiatry for the Department of Human Services? In this remarkable leadership position, you will advance the mission of Norristown State Hospital by ensuring that every patient receives effective, dignified, and person-centered care. You will collaborate across disciplines, cultivate a culture of clinical excellence, and support the professional growth of medical staff. Your vision will influence patient care systems, administrative functions, and quality initiatives. Join a team where your leadership strengthens both clinical practice and organizational performance. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position oversees the delivery, coordination, and advancement of psychiatric services throughout Norristown State Hospital. The role integrates administrative leadership, clinical supervision, and when necessary, direct patient care in support of high-quality psychiatric treatment. As a Chief of Psychiatry, you will perform the following duties: 1. Program Direction: Guide the delivery of psychiatric services by overseeing daily operations, fostering coordinated care, and supporting effective collaboration among clinical disciplines 2. Clinical Oversight: Provide supervision, consultation, and review of psychiatric care to support evidence-informed, humane treatment practices 3. Policy Governance: Establish, refine, and clearly communicate psychiatric policies to ensure consistent adherence to standards set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), as well as Medicare and Medicaid 4. Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives that strengthen patient care outcomes and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements 5. Staff Development: Evaluate training needs, guide educational programs, and support recruitment and performance review activities 6. Clinical Participation: Engage in direct patient care when needed, including treatment planning, consultation, and forensic responsibilities Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs. 3. Overtime and travel: As needed 4. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 5. **Salary:**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 6. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. One year as a Psychiatrist Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. Two years of experience in psychiatry or child psychiatry, including one year in a supervisory, administrative, or consultative capacity; and completion of a residency or training program in ps chiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the AmericanOsteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry. Special Requirement: 1. You must be in possession of a license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: 1. A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination. 2. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. 3. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.