The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) Medical Director (MD) is the primary physician leader of the hospital and has responsibility for development of standards, policies, and procedures for clinical practice in the hospital; direction and coordination of diagnostic, and evaluative activities, treatment programs, and care of patients; and implementation of Federal and State laws and regulations, and Department of State Hospitals policies, and directives which pertain to the clinical functions of the hospital. The incumbent maintains liaison with national, state, and local mental health agencies, and professional and educational organizations in order to keep abreast of contemporary standards and knowledge; participates in the DSH statewide medical directors council, participates in the DSH Governing Body, participates in recruitment, selection, and allocation of all clinical staff; makes recommendations to the Executive Director about selection and direction of program staff, administrative staff, and committee memberships; and represents the department and the hospital as required in consultation and negotiations with external agencies, community representatives, professional visitors from other States and countries, and news media. The MD has regular and substantial contact with patients; is responsible for maintaining the safety of staff, patients, and property in the clinical areas of the hospital; activates inspections of clinical and patient care areas for contraband, such as weapons or illegal drugs based on clinically obtained information; approves clinical interventions to address disruptive or assaultive behavior and intervenes by applying techniques to defuse potentially volatile situations when necessary. The MD has the ongoing responsibility for the protection and safeguarding of public and property and must respond to emergency situations.

This is an Exempt Appointment at DSH-Atascadero. To learn more about Exempt Appointments, please visit: About Exempt Appointments - CalHR Website .

Starting salary for an Exempt position may be negotiated. This position also qualifies for a 2% Recruitment and Retention monthly bonus/pay differential on top of the base salary.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below. Medical Director, Atascadero State Hospital Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #: JC-493633

Position #(s): 455-500-8931-001

Working Title: Medical Director, DSH-Atascadero

Classification: Medical Director, Atascadero State Hospital $30,149.00 - $37,403.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Facility: DSH - Atascadero

Department Information The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) manages the California state hospital system, to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, by leading innovation and excellence across a continuum of care and settings.

DSH oversees five state hospitals - Atascadero, Coalinga, Metropolitan (in Los Angeles County), Napa, and Patton. Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero

Special Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possess the legal requirements for the practice of medicine in California as determined by the Medical Board of California or Osteopathic Medical Board of California and completion of a residency program in psychiatry from an accredited institution.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Please see the desirable qualifications listed below.

Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 10/29/2025 Who May Apply This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position 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 Executive Recruitment Unit Attn: Executive Recruitment Unit 1215 O Street, MS-14

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals Executive Recruitment Unit Executive Recruitment Unit 1215 O Street, MS-14

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 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. Supplemental Application - Curriculum Vitae (CV) 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.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Managerial experience of medical personnel in a hospital or psychiatric facility. Knowledge of planning, evaluating and administering the work of a multi-disciplinary treatment program including recommending effective courses of action related to treatment programs and the general administration of clinical services. Analyzing complex problems and recommending effective courses of action related to policy and procedure. Negotiating/communication skills requiring the ability to deal with a variety of sensitive internal and external issues. Present self and ideas effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, top level administrators, representative to all levels of government - national, state, and local as well as the general public. Knowledge of Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations policies and standards. Experience in/knowledge of the principles and practices of psychiatry, and other clinical therapies and ancillary medical services as demonstrated in the selection and allocation of clinical staff. Board certification in Forensic Psychiatry preferred but not required.

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/Atascadero Human Resources Contact: Executive Recruitment Unit (916) 654-2351 Executive.Recruitment@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: Pearl Melena (805) 468-2007 Pearl.Melena@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.

Filing Instructions Interested applicant(s) must submit the following required application documents (Standard State Application STD.678, resume, and Curriculum Vitae). All required application documents personally delivered must be received by the Department of State Hospitals by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application documents sent via U.S. Postal Service must be postmarked by the final filing date in order to be considered for the examination.

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.