Addiction Medicine Physician

Veterans Health Administration; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 246,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Department of Veterans VA Medical Center in Palo Alto as a Physician Supervisor for Mental Health Rehabilitation. This role focuses on addiction disorder treatment and provides comprehensive medical services to Veterans. Enjoy competitive pay, generous time off, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Paid Time Off

Federal pension

401K with VA contributions

Federal health, vision, dental, life insurance

CME Reimbursement

Malpractice liability protection

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services to eligible Veterans through the VA Palo Alto Health Care System.
• Supervise Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Programs.

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Job Description

Join our team at the Department of Veterans VA Medical Center in Palo Alto, CA, as a Physician - Supervisor for the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program!

The Physician Supervisor for the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Programs (MHRRTPs) has expertise in General Medicine with an emphasis on addiction disorder treatment. The incumbent reports directly to the Director of MHRRTPs or their designee, who reports to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Mental Health and Homeless Programs. The role involves providing medical services to eligible Veterans through the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS).

Benefits and Features

1. Expected Salary Range: $246K to $248K (negotiable based on qualifications, credentials, and experience).
2. Work Schedule: Full-time, schedule determined by supervisor.
3. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Available.
4. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
5. Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (including 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and possibly 5 days for CME).
6. Retirement: Federal pension (vesting in 5 years) and 401K with up to 5% VA contributions.
7. Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance options.
8. Licensure: One full, unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
9. CME Reimbursement: Up to $1,000 per year for full-time, board-certified physicians.
10. Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.
11. Contract: No employment contract or restrictions on moonlighting.

We encourage you to consider VA employment in Palo Alto, CA. Join a team that values work-life balance and be part of a mission that honors those who served.