Physician (Psychiatric Physician)

USA
June 2, 2025
Full Time
Urgent

Job Description

Department of Justice

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Summary

As a psychiatrist with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), you will play a crucial role in supporting rehabilitation and public safety by providing high-quality mental health care to incarcerated individuals. This position is vital to fostering a humane and secure correctional environment and helping individuals prepare for successful reintegration into society.

Who May Apply

  • Open to All U.S. Citizens
  • Veterans Preference Eligible
    • Includes veterans, spouses, widows/widowers, and parents of eligible veterans

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct psychiatric care to inmates at BOP facilities or remotely via telehealth.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, including developing and managing treatment plans.
  • Serve as a core member of the clinical team, contributing to interdisciplinary case reviews.
  • Maintain continuity of psychiatric care and ensure timely clinical documentation.
  • Fulfill correctional responsibilities to maintain institutional safety and security as part of routine duties.

Basic Requirements

  • Medical Degree: MD or DO from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution or an equivalent foreign degree with ECFMG certification.
  • Licensure: Must hold a current, active, unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state or territory.
  • Graduate Training: At least one year of clinical training (e.g., internship, residency).
  • Additional Training for GS-13 to GS-15:
    • GS-13: Minimum 3 years of psychiatric residency or equivalent.
    • GS-14: Minimum 4 years.
    • GS-15: Minimum 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Board certification in Psychiatry
  • Experience with correctional psychiatry, forensic evaluations, or managing high-risk populations
  • Specialized training (e.g., DBT, CBT, dual diagnosis)
  • Proficiency in additional languages relevant to clinical practice
  • Record of academic or professional achievements (e.g., publications, leadership roles)

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Must pass a background investigation, physical exam, drug screening, and security clearance
  • Completion of a 3-week “Introduction to Correctional Techniques” training course at Glynco, GA
  • Core Value Assessment (CVA) testing required for new applicants
  • Firearm authorization screening required for those not already employed in a federal correctional facility

Salary & Location Adjustments

  • Cost of Living Allowances (COLA):
    • Honolulu, HI: +8.64%
    • Guaynabo, PR: +2.49%
  • Additional geographic locations may vary by current openings

Application Instructions

Submit your application via USAJOBS.gov. Your application must include:

  • Resume detailing relevant experience (MM/YYYY format and hours/week)
  • Proof of U.S. medical licensure
  • Medical degree and transcripts (official required if selected)
  • Documentation of graduate training (internship, residency)
  • Veterans Preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, SF-15, VA letter if applicable)
  • SF-50 (if claiming law enforcement retirement credit)

Ensure all documents are uploaded through USAJOBS and clearly labeled.

Evaluation Process

Applicants are rated using DOJ’s category rating system:

  • Categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, Qualified
  • Veterans’ preference is applied within each category

You will be assessed based on your qualifications, experience, and responses to the occupational questionnaire.

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