Psychiatrist

Winnebago Mental Health Institute (WMHI), located near Oshkosh Wisconsin, is recruiting for a Psychiatrist. This position will typically work from Monday through Friday with occasional on-call responsibilities as needed. WMHI is a part of the Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) and is a psychiatric hospital providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

As the Psychiatrist, you will provide direct medical and psychiatric services to patients of WMHI in accordance with established institution policy, treatment methods, goals of patients, and unit policy. Responsibilities include:

• Performing psychiatric exams.
• Prescribing medications and treatments.
• Providing consultation to community agencies and patients and their families.
• Participating in and/or conducting in service meetings, staffings, and case conferences.
• Training residents, medical students, and unit staff.

Starting annual salary* is up to $343,800, plus excellent benefits.

• • Salary includes add-on of $8.00/hour for board eligibility or $23.00/hour for board certification in psychiatry.
• A 12-month probationary period is required.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position in is pay schedule and range 10/52.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected applicants will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin (WI) per the Department of Safety and Professional Services requirements.
  • Eligible is defined as: you currently hold certification to practice medicine in another state and are eligible to obtain licensure in the State of WI. WI licensure must be obtained by time of appointment.
• Must be one of the following:
  • Board Certified in Psychiatry or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
  • Board Eligible in Psychiatry or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry as defined by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.) (ABPN). In order to be considered Board Eligible, applicant:
    • Must be within the last 2 years of a Psychiatry residency program. Applicants are expected to become Board Certified within 1 year of program graduation.
    • OR have completed a Psychiatry Residency Program within the last 7 years. Applicants are expected to become Board Certified within 1 year of hire.
    • OR be in the process of taking the Board exam. Applicants are expected to become Board Certified within 1 year of hire.
• Possess a Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number by the time of appointment. Please note: Individuals who are required to obtain a registration in order to carry out duties in a state or federal agency are exempt from registration fees. For more information, please click here.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience working with Cerner.
• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship.
• Experience working with civil commitments.
• Experience teaching medical students and residents.

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at allyviam.vang@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

The deadline to apply is 11/13/25 at 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.