Primary Care Physician - Oregon State Hospital, Salem

About the role

Initial Posting Date: 11/02/2026

Application Deadline

Agency: Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range

• $23,108 - $26,751
• Position Type: Employee
• Position Title: Primary Care Physician - Oregon State Hospital, Salem

About the role

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Primary Care Physician

Oregon State Hospital (OSH), a division of the Oregon Health Authority, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physicians to join our multidisciplinary team.

As OSH's Primary Care Physician, you will provide non-psychiatric medical evaluation and treatment for adults with severe mental illness in an inpatient forensic psychiatric setting. You will work in collaboration with psychiatric attending providers, who maintain primary responsibility for the overall plan of care.

You will serve as a medical consultant to the interdisciplinary treatment team, addressing acute and chronic medical conditions, supporting coordinated care, and contributing to integrated, whole-person treatment planning.

With robust on-site medical services, including cardiology with echocardiogram and EEG, podiatry, speech and language pathology, physical and occupational therapy, dentistry, and optometry, OSH ensures comprehensive care and partners with community hospitals for additional specialties.

Across our campuses in Salem, Junction City, and Pendleton, the mission of the Oregon State Hospital is to provide therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on recovery and community reintegration - all in a safe environment.

If you are inspired by mission-driven work and looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to consider joining our team at the Oregon State Hospital.

Discover what makes Oregon State Hospital a meaningful place to work by viewing our "Welcome to Oregon State Hospital" video. Click here to watch.

Minimum Qualifications

These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

• Board certification/board eligible in family medicine or internal medicine.
• Satisfactory completion of a residency program in family medicine or internal medicine in the United States or Canada.
• Physician's license issued by the Oregon Medical Board.

Note: Some positions may allow for certifications/licenses at time of appointment rather than at time of application.

Desired Attributes

• The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA.
• These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate.
• If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

• Demonstrated experience applying principles of empathy and compassion in clinical practice, including active listening, timely follow-up, and collaborative problem-solving with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Demonstrated experience providing primary medical care to patients with complex mental health needs in partnership with attending psychiatrists on interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing time effectively, working independently, and meeting established timelines and deadlines.
• Experience working effectively in a high-acuity, unpredictable environment, while remaining calm and organized, and creating clarity and continuity of care.
• Experience providing general medicine phone consultations to physicians and staff.
• Experience representing a clinical role in public-facing and organizational settings, including participation on committees, workgroups, or cross-functional initiatives within a public or institutional environment.

Additional information

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your CV or resume, cover letter (optional), and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the "Apply" tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under "My Applications" prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans' Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources - including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools - are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

• Contact Information
• Recruiter: Aimee Buchholz