Location: Hawaii State Hospital, Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii Schedule: Rotating shifts: 7:30 AM 4:30 PM, 4:30 PM 1:30 AM, 1:30 AM 7:30 AM; includes weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage as needed Job Summary: The Hawaii State Hospital, a 447-bed psychiatric facility operated by the Hawaii Department of Health, is seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Practice Physicians to provide inpatient medical care to adults with severe mental illness and/or dual diagnoses. Physicians will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, meet CMS certification, and maintain The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation standards. Key Responsibilities:
Perform admission assessments, medical evaluations, and history & physical exams within 24 hours of patient intake
Provide primary care and management for chronic and acute medical conditions
Coordinate medical care with specialists and external providers
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and treatment team planning
Provide Officer of the Day (OD) coverage; respond to Code Blue emergencies
Complete timely documentation, discharge summaries, and follow-up care plans
Contribute to quality assurance initiatives, continuing education, and emergency drills Qualifications:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
ACGME-accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
Active, unrestricted Hawaii medical license (or in process)
Current TB clearance and recent physical examination
Experience with evidence-based clinical practices and team-based care
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Additional Requirements:
Malpractice insurance (proof required)
Compliance with all hospital credentialing and HIPAA policies
Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and be on-call
Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
Housing, transportation, and taxes may be included or negotiated in contract
Contract-based position with potential for renewal Application Attachments Required:
Updated CV/Resume
Copy of Hawaii medical license and Board Certification (or eligibility documentation)
Proof of malpractice insurance
Current TB clearance and physical exam Compliance & Onboarding Checklist:
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Active Hawaii medical license
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Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
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TB clearance (per Hawaii DOH standards)
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Physical examination (recent)
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Proof of malpractice insurance
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Completion of hospital onboarding (includes 16 hours unpaid orientation + CPMR training)
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Wage Certificate and Form W-9 submission
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Availability for rotating shift work
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Agreement to HIPAA compliance
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Proficiency in EMR systems
Note: Early application is encouraged. Selected candidates will be invited for orientation and onboarding prior to start date.
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