Physician - Psychiatrist SUD Prescriber

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

Job summary

A federal health agency is seeking a qualified SUD Prescriber in Montrose, Scotland, to develop treatment plans and manage psychiatric medications for patients with substance use and psychiatric disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off and retirement options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

50-55 days of paid time off

Federal pension and 401K

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

CME reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have an unrestricted medical license.
• Experience in mental health and substance use disorder treatment required.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Manage psychiatric medications and evaluate patient suitability for care.
• Prescribe medications for substance use disorders.

Skills

Conducting assessments and formulating diagnoses

Collaborative skills

Managing psychiatric medication

Providing psychotherapy

Education

Unrestricted medical license from any US State

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.

Duties

For the SUD Prescriber position: Conducts assessments and formulates diagnoses; and develops treatment plans for patients with substance use and/or other psychiatric disorders, using an interdisciplinary team approach. Manages psychiatric medication for patients; evaluates the general medical suitability of clinic patients for withdrawal management, detoxification and/or psychiatric hospitalization, including screening physical examinations; and assesses and intervenes with patients presenting in crisis.

Prescribes medications for the treatment of substance use disorders, including buprenorphine, as well as medications for other psychiatric disorders. Collaboration, coordination, and cooperation with colleagues within and across disciplines are essential skills.

• Conducting history and mental status exams on assigned patients
• Completing intake assessments and formulating diagnoses.
• Developing, documenting and updating treatment plans consistent with VHA guidelines and accreditation standards.
• Participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Ordering all necessary laboratory and radiological assessments.
• Initiating and following up with consults/referrals as indicated.
• Providing psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy as indicated.
• Prescribing medications and supplies in accordance with VHA guidelines, state regulations and scope of practice.
• Maintaining effective and up-to-date documentation of patient encounters.
• Completing pertinent clinical reminders during scheduled appointments.
• Providing health care education to patients and their families.
• Acting as a consultant for other medical, nursing, and clinical staff.
• Placing return to clinic orders for patients' follow up care.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

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
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30pm)