Addiction Medicine Physician (Psychiatrist), Residential (RRTP)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A federal healthcare agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide essential psychiatric and Addiction Medicine care to veterans in residential-level treatment. This position offers a competitive salary, an annual performance bonus, extensive paid time off, and comprehensive retirement plans. The ideal candidate must possess a valid U.S. medical license and be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Flexibility in contract without significant restrictions on moonlighting ensures a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Up to 55 days of paid time off

Retirement plan with federal pension

Malpractice liability protection

Qualifications

• Must hold 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
• Board certification required for reimbursement eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric and Addiction Medicine care to veterans.
• Work under the Veteran Affairs Recovery Center section.

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Position Overview

This Psychiatrist provides psychiatric and Addiction Medicine care to a vulnerable population of Veterans receiving residential-level treatment in the Domiciliary (DOM). The position is under the Veteran Affairs Recovery Center (VARC) section and Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP).

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401k with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

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EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact [e-mail], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.