Job Description - Physician (24142580)

Position Title:

Physician - (24142580)

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity for a Physician within Montana State Hospital.

This position is responsible for treating and prescribing physical medical care to patients as referred in a Clinic Setting. Physicians at MSH provide direct patient care and collaborate as a provider and treatment team member in the provision of unit specific treatment health care for psychiatric patients.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

General practice of medicine for adults and geriatric patients and of the use of consultative resources in the practice of medicine.
Basic understanding of the major psychiatric diagnoses and how the diagnosis may interrelate with medical symptoms and illnesses.
Basic understanding of the use of the common psychotherapeutic agents and of the statutory requirements relating to the practice of medicine.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people.
Excellent communication skills.

Meet minimum qualifications:

- Graduate education up through and including a residency in family practice, internal medicine, or another general medical specialty.
- Licensure as a physician in the State of Montana.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

Cover Letter
Resume
References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Montana State Hospital LinkedIn

Montana State Hospital Website

Additional Information

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

234,015.00 - 234,015.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 2 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Variable

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Warm Springs Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: May 2, 2025, 9:04:59 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Jun 2, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Required Application Materials: Resume, References

Contact Name: Human Resources Contact Email: hhsmshhr@mt.gov Contact Phone: 406-693-7000 ext 4 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.