Mental Health Program Manager - Psychiatric Services

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP Authorized

Sign-on/Relocation incentives

Paid time off & benefits

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in Tacoma, WA seeks a physician specialized in psychiatry to lead the Psychiatric Assessment and Clinical Center (PACC) at the American Lake Division of VAPSHCS. You will oversee urgent mental health services and coordinate transitions to ongoing care for Veterans.

The role requires MD/DO, board certification preferred, and a current U.S. license. A comprehensive benefits package and EDRP incentives are available.

Qualifications

• Must meet basic VA requirements including citizenship and licensure.
• MD/DO degree from an approved school.
• Residency training in an approved core specialty.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric assessment and clinical care within the PACC at the American Lake Division of VAPSHCS (Tacoma, WA).
• Serve as Program Manager/Team Lead for PACC within the Mental Health Service Line.
• Triage, evaluate, and manage Veterans seeking urgent mental health services.
• Coordinate follow-up medication management and outpatient care as needed.
• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Skills

English proficiency

Mental health experience

Education

MD/DO (Doctor of Medicine/osteopathic medicine)

Residency training (ACGME/AOA)

Board certification preferred

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in Tacoma, WA seeks a physician specialized in psychiatry to lead the Psychiatric Assessment and Clinical Center (PACC) at the American Lake Division of VAPSHCS. You will oversee urgent mental health services and coordinate transitions to ongoing care for Veterans.

The role requires MD/DO, board certification preferred, and a current U.S. license. A comprehensive benefits package and EDRP incentives are available.