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We Are Hiring Psychiatrists - Retired Annuitant!
Board Certified up to $166.10 Hourly Rate
Board Eligible up to $161.42 Hourly Rate
(This advertisement is for Retired Annuitants only.)
Email your C.V. directly to CSHEmployment@dsh.ca.gov . You may also Click Here to generate an email.
Note: An Application Form (STD 678) is needed before being hired. Click Here for a fillable PDF. Emailing the first page along with your C.V. will help us to expedite the hiring process. You may also use the "Apply Now" button for the online CalCareers system. Please email or call us anytime (559) 935-7275.
Benefits of Working for the Department of State Hospitals
Competitive salaries and many opportunities for advancement
Flexible workweek options may be available
Psychiatrist-led treatment teams
Voluntary paid on-call
Substantial Continuing Medical
Education reimbursement
Generous CalPERS retirement benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision
Team oriented, collegial working environment
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The employee is required to work any shift and schedule in a variety of settings throughout the hospital and may be required to work overtime and float to other work locations as determined by the operational needs of the hospital. All employees are required to have an annual health review and TB test or whenever necessary to ascertain that they are free from symptoms indicating the presence of infection and are able to safely perform their essential job functions.
Maximum of 960 hours per Fiscal Year (July 1 - June 30)
There are multiple vacancies for this classification. Positions filled may be assigned to any shift on any program.
This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-517032
Position #(s):
437-000-7619-XXX
Working Title:
Staff Psychiatrist - Retired Annuitant (Onsite)
Classification:
STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (SAFETY) $161.42 - $166.10 Board cert hourly HAM rate $166.10
Board Eligible hourly HAM rate $161.42
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Fresno County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Retired Annuitant
Department Information
DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings .
All state civil service employees are currently subject to a mandatory Personal Leave Program (PLP). The PLP program reduces the monthly gross salary but provides paid leave options (PLO) leave credits in lieu of pay. The amount of salary reduction depends on the classification and associated union Bargaining Unit (BU). The BU that represents this position is BU16 and is represented by Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) . The expected salary reduction will be 4.62% of the salary identified above, and you will accrue 8 hours of PLP each qualifying pay period. Incumbents will be subject to the PLP salary reduction and leave accruals through December 1, 2026. Positions with time bases that are less than full-time will receive a prorated accrual of PLP that's based on number of hours worked during the pay period.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Coalinga
Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Medical Staff of Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga requires Staff Psychiatrist candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for privileging set forth in the facility Bylaws.
You MUST attach a copy of your current CV.
NOTE: Please do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.
Appointment is subject to the provisions of the SROA process: SROA/SURPLUS/ REEMPLOYMENT candidates are encouraged to apply and must attach a copy of their status letter in order to be considered.
Prior to appointment, interested applicants must submit: a completed Standard State Application (Form STD 678). Form STD 678 will automatically be submitted if applying using your CalCareers account.
You MUST be retired from State Civil Service to be eligible for this position. Click here to see eligibility requirements.
This position is limited-term (12 Months); it may be extended or be canceled at any time. The advertisement may also be used to fill future vacancies for positions that are of the same classification and same tenure/time base if the vacancy occurs while this job posting is active.
Coalinga State Hospital is accepting applications for this recruitment continuously. This advertisement will remain posted until the position(s) have been filled. Cut-off-date on every other Friday, beginning May 1, 2026. Applications may be processed on a flow basis prior to the cut-off-date to meet the hiring needs of the department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and have eligibility by the application received date to be invited to participate in the next available scheduled interview and/or processed for conditional hire.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are eligible to be employed as a Retired Annuitant by the State of California. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals
Coalinga State Hospital
Attn: HR Office - Erica Bravo
PO Box 5002
Coalinga , CA 93210
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga
Erica Bravo
HR / Exams & Hiring
24511 W. Jayne Ave
P.O. Box 5000
Coalinga , CA 93210
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Coalinga
Human Resources Contact:
Erica Bravo
(559) 935-6857
Rodrick.Cherry@dsh.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Natalie Osekowsky
(559) 935-7215
Natalie.Osekowsky@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.