Welcome to the Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS)

Join our Team at DMHSAS —helping people recover from mental illness and addiction, reuniting families, and improving communities.

Full time employees receive:

State Retirement with generous company match
11 Paid Holidays Each Year
15 Days of Annual Leave and 15 Days of Sick Leave the First Year
Subsidized Insurance Benefits – We help you pay for your benefits!

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The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is the State’s statutory authority responsible for prevention, treatment and recovery from mental illness, substance abuse and addictive disorders. In addition, ODMHSAS provides prevention services at the state and local levels, in partnership with area health providers, schools, law enforcement, veteran’s groups and other community stakeholders.  ODMHSAS manages the state’s behavioral health Medicaid services, and has rule-making responsibility for specific statutory certification processes (certifying approximately 3,300 treatment providers, organizations and individuals, throughout the state).

First Preference / Pre-Announcement: DMHSAS facilities must notify the above listed HR department by the opening date and time listed above if they have employees with a first preference request to return to work on a limited duty release.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

This Agency Requires Coverage 24 Hours, 7 Days Per Week. Work Hours and Location May Vary Depending on Business Necessity. Employees May Be Required to Work Weekends and Overtime.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Psychiatrist

Vinita, OK

Full Time

Oklahoma Forensic Center

Experienced

Psychiatrist
📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK
💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience

Join a Team that CARES
At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values—I.C.A.R.E. (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)—aren’t just words; they shape everything we do. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us.

Practice Psychiatry Where It Truly Matters
At the Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC), psychiatry goes beyond symptom management—it directly intersects with public safety, the legal system, and life-changing patient outcomes.

This is a rare opportunity to practice in a forensic setting where your clinical decisions carry real weight. You’ll work with individuals undergoing competency restoration and complex psychiatric treatment, often seeing measurable progress that impacts both patient futures and community safety.

About the Facility
The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state’s only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties.

Location: Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa)
Capacity: 268 beds
Population Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Mission: Deliver quality forensic evaluations and effective psychiatric treatment in a therapeutic environment that preserves public safety

Why Join OFC?

Meaningful, High-Impact Work – Shape legal outcomes and patient trajectories in ways outpatient roles cannot
Depth of Practice – Manage complex, treatment-resistant cases that strengthen your clinical expertise
Collaborative Environment – Work alongside psychologists, legal teams, and nursing staff in a structured, team-based model
Predictable Schedule – No outpatient productivity pressure; focus on quality care in a secure setting
Career Differentiation – Build specialized expertise in forensic psychiatry, a highly respected and in-demand field

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for new patients
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluation
Order and interpret laboratory tests
Manage and monitor psychotropic medications using best practices
Perform ongoing patient evaluations and treatment adjustments
Provide psychoeducation regarding diagnoses and treatment plans
Write and oversee medical orders for interdisciplinary staff
Participate in on-call coverage for medical and psychiatric needs
Supervise residents, interns, and other clinical staff as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Oklahoma
Board-eligible or Board-certified in Psychiatry

Special Requirements

Successful completion of OSBI background check
Ability to fulfill job-related travel as needed
Pre-employment drug screening required
We are a J1 waiver sponsor

Benefits That Support You
ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

Generous state-paid benefit allowance
Multiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions)
Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Employee assistance and wellness programs
11 paid holidays annually
15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year
Retirement plan with strong employer match
Longevity bonuses
Student loan repayment opportunities
Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Life in the Grand Lake Area
Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:

Minutes from Grand Lake o’ the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma’s premier destinations for boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living
Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes
Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces
Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions
Close-knit community with easy access to Tulsa

Make an Impact
If you’re looking to move beyond routine practice into a role where your decisions carry lasting significance, the Oklahoma Forensic Center offers a career defined by purpose, challenge, and distinction.
Apply today and be part of something that truly matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

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