Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

Description

Physician Opportunity like no other, Initial Target Salary: $296,424

The Special Commitment Center (SCC) within the Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) is seeking a Primary Care Physician.

Care that connects. Work that matters and discover a truly unique medical career at the SCC, located on serene McNeil Island in Washington State. We’re seeking dedicated physicians who value autonomy, purpose-driven care, and a lifestyle that prioritizes balance.

The starting salary for this position is $296,424.00 and we offer competitive benefits, supportive onboarding, meaningful clinical work, and a long-term career opportunity.

At SCC, you’ll practice in a tranquil, distraction-free environment where your clinical judgment is respected and your voice matters. Our island-based facility offers a rare opportunity to step away from the hustle of urban medicine and embrace a slower pace that fosters deeper patient relationships and professional growth.

Doctors at SCC become part of a closely-knit team of healthcare professionals who ensure that patients receive the best care possible. Working closely with multiple disciplines, you'll have an influential voice related to the physical and medical needs of the individuals we serve. You’ll provide medical assessment and treatment in partnership with a dedicated team that views care with a holistic approach.

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Some Of What You'll Do

• Serve as a primary care physician for residents, providing scheduled and urgent medical care.
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations; order, interpret, and review laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Evaluate patients for physical, behavioral, psychological, and psychosocial health issues.
• Perform primary medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for acute and chronic conditions; formulate and update treatment plans and standards of care.
• Review medical histories and current/past medications to inform clinical decisions.
• Assess and manage new or evolving medical issues.
• Coordinate and direct a multidisciplinary clinical approach, including making diagnostic and treatment recommendations and referring to specialty consultants as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records; prepare reports and contribute to reviews of patient progress and medical-surgical activities.
• Share daytime and after-hours on-call responsibilities.
• Provide emergency medical responses and participate in mortality reviews.
  
  

We also offer our Physicians:

• A competitive salary along with 1.25 times regular pay when covering additional workloads, additional monthly pay for board certification, an excellent benefits package, and annual funding for continuing medical education. Relocation assistance available!
• $10,000/year for Board Certification
• $6,500 annual allowance for CME courses
• Employee legal representation and/or indemnification
• Tuition reimbursement up to $25,000 for qualifying employees
• Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
  
  

SCC employees also receive an additional $10 per day premium pay in addition to advertised salary and a free ORCA card for transportation use. Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees.

Who should apply?

• Valid license to practice medicine and surgery in the State of Washington or ability to obtain Licensure by the start of employment
• Completion of the residency program
• Experience in the practice of medicine, preferably working with the behavioral health population
• Eligible for certification from a program accredited by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
  
  

Why SCC?

• More Autonomy: Enjoy a collaborative setting where your expertise guides care decisions. No insurance bureaucracy. No rushed appointments. Just medicine as it was meant to be practiced.
• Work-Life Balance: With predictable hours, minimal on-call demands, and a peaceful commute by ferry, SCC supports your well-being both on and off the clock.
• Unique Environment: Surrounded by nature and removed from urban stressors, McNeil Island offers a restorative backdrop for meaningful work.
  
  

Join a team that values compassion, integrity, and innovation in forensic psychiatry and medical care. Whether you're seeking a fresh start or a deeper sense of purpose, SCC invites you to redefine what a fulfilling medical career can look like.

Interested, please apply with current chronological resume and three professional references (with current contact information)

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference #01534

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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