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PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. An Alameda County Job Application is required in order to be considered for ALL County recruitments.

Alameda County Behavioral Health Department is recruiting for a:

PHYSICIAN V

$359,486.40 - $436,758.40 Annually

Plus, an excellent benefits package!

This is a FULL TIME PERMANENT POSITION

ABOUT US

As part of Alameda County Health, the Behavioral Health Department supports people with Medi-Cal and without insurance living with serious mental illness and substance use conditions along their path toward wellness, recovery, and resiliency. We provide services through a network of contracted mental health and substance use providers and administer the State’s resources and training for behavioral health providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals. We advocate for our patients and families and create space for personal engagement in their care.

We are outpatient specialists for mental health services for older adults and youth, substance use providers and treatment program specialists, advocates for quality improvement and patients’ rights, and psychiatric and integrated health care providers.

For more information about the Behavioral Health Department, please visit www.acbhcs.org.

The POSITION

Under direction, to plan, organize, and direct a large group of closely related services or programs in the Behavioral Health Department; to coordinate services with other County health agencies; to provide professional consultation; and to do related work as required.

The Behavioral Health Department's Chief Medical Officer (Physician V) is a member of the senior executive team and oversees all system leaders who oversee crisis and acute, pharmacy, nursing, psychiatry, and integrated care services on behalf of the Department. The incumbent serves as a principal liaison to health care and/or behavioral healthcare organizations providing support to the safety net system. Their services or programs may also be recognized by the medical community as being the most essential to the operation of a public health or mental health program. They report directly to the ACBHD Department Director.

THE VACANCY

The current vacancy is for a position with psychiatric specialty which requires successful completion of a four-year residency in psychiatry. However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill future vacancies with or without specialty designations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

In addition to the minimum qualifications and knowledge and skills listed below, ideal candidates for the current vacancy will have experience overseeing psychiatric services in a county setting, behavioral health organization, acute psychiatric facility, or integrated medical/behavioral health facility. They will be well-versed in the WIC, LPS, and other legislative matters related to county operations, as well as the provision and oversight of outpatient pharmacy, nursing, and general behavioral health (mental health and substance use) treatment requirements.

Ideal candidates will also:

·        Have an acute understanding of, and experience with, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, services, and delivery.

·        Be a solid effective leader who aligns the organization’s vision and values and manages work groups by inspiring and advising subordinates, facilitating goal accomplishment, and tracking and evaluating performance to ensure success.

·        Think strategically, determine long-term goals, and identify the best approaches to achieve those goals. (somewhat redundant with above bullet point)

·        Be an innovative thinker who combines ideas in unique ways and can explore situations from multiple perspectives while quickly calculating risks and initiating action to achieve a recognized benefit.

·        Demonstrate management acumen – operating effectively within the organization; effectively managing people, resources and risk.

·        Have professional integrity – displaying and promoting high standards of ethical conduct and behaviors consistent with agency and governmental standards.

·        Effectively present and receive information and concepts, in written and oral formats, as well as actively listen to ensure understanding

·        Consistently maintain effectiveness even when experiencing changes in work priorities and takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; champions policy/practice changes.

·        Be eloquent and persuasive, able to inspire confidence and build support within and outside the organization.

·        Use appropriate management methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.

·        Be a self-directed problem-solver with high standards for quality and a strong commitment to public service.

·        Be an approachable and politically astute leader with a style that quickly fosters trust, loyalty, respect, commitment and partnership.

·        Knowledgeable of the social determinants of health and health equity

PHYSICIAN V
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(For a detailed listing of the essential responsibilities and core competency requirements for this position, please click above.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:
The equivalent of four years of post-residence experience which must have included at least two years of experience with teaching, supervisory, and administrative responsibility.

AND

LICENSE:
Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California.

HOW TO APPLY

DEADLINE: THURSDAY JULY 20^TH, 2026

Please apply through the Alameda County job board below. Applicants must complete and submit an Alameda County application and Supplemental questionnaire by July 20^th to be considered for the position.

https://www.jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=26&R2=5143&R3=01

NEW USERS can click on “New User Registration” to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, candidates can click on the “Send” tab to submit their application.

Alameda County HCSA is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary, employees also enjoy an attractive benefits package with the following elements:

https://www.acgov.org/hrs/divisions/ebc/

For your Health & Well-Being

• Medical – HMO & PPO Plans


• Dental – HMO & PPO Plans


• Vision or Vision Reimbursement


• Share the Savings


• Basic Life Insurance 


• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) 


• County Allowance Credit


• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance


• Short-Term Disability Insurance


• Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services


• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)


• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays


• Floating Holidays


• Vacation and sick leave accrual


• Vacation purchase program


• Catastrophic Sick Leave


• Group Auto/Home Insurance


• Pet Insurance


• Commuter Benefits Program


• Guaranteed Ride Home


• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)


• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)


• Child Care Resources


• 1^st United Services Credit Union 

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement.  This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change

**Employees in management-designated classifications may be entitled to management paid leave.  Refer to the applicable MOU or Salary Ordinance for more information.

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