Physician Geriatric Psychiatrist - EDRP Authorized

Veterans Health Administration; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Augusta, GA seeks a Physician Geriatric Psychiatrist (EDRP Authorized) to join a comprehensive mental health program. The role involves direct patient evaluation, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team in a VA setting.

The position supports measurement-based care, suicide prevention, and adherence to Joint Commission standards, with a regular M-F schedule and opportunities for education loan repayment

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
• Degree from LCME-accredited or COCA-accredited school; ECFMG eligibility for foreign grads.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations (history, mental status, diagnosis, treatment planning).
• Provide pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment for mental health conditions within the psychiatrist's scope.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care.
• Document care in CPRS per VA policy and provide clinical consultations as needed.
• Support measurement-based care and population health strategies; respond to clinical alerts and patient-reported outcomes.
• Engage in suicide prevention/safety planning and maintain compliance with VA/JCAHO standards.
• Participate in peer review and quality improvement activities.

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Physician Geriatric Psychiatrist - EDRP Authorized

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications and subsequent cut-off dates are on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled

Key Responsibilities

Located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, the city of Augusta, GA lies on the Savannah River, which supports its diverse economic endeavors as well as vast recreation options. The city is the center point of the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), a 13-county region that includes both Georgia and South Carolina. It is located within close proximity to many major southern destinations including Atlanta, Columbia, and Charlotte.

Our hospital provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health services, physical therapy and rehabilitation, spinal cord injury treatment, and more. Below, you'll find our address and hours, parking and transportation information, and the other health services we offer at our Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta VHA and CBOC locations. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Former EDRP Participants are ineligible to apply for the program. Contact [e-mail] for questions/assistance. Learn more. 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. Major Duties and Responsibilities: The applicant will work in the Community Living Center (CLC), Hospice, and Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) face to face and by video link for HBPC. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations (including history, mental status exam, diagnosis, and treatment planning).

Provide ongoing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment for mental health conditions within the psychiatrist's scope of practice. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review cases and coordinate care. Document clinical care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in a timely, accurate, and professional manner in accordance with VA policy. Provide clinical consultation to other staff as needed.

Support measurement-based care and population health strategies, including responding to clinical alerts, abnormal screenings, and patient-reported outcomes. Engage in suicide prevention and risk reduction practices, including completion of Suicide Risk Assessments, Safety Plans, and appropriate documentation. Maintain compliance with all applicable VA policies, Joint Commission standards, and professional practice standards.

Participate in peer review, quality improvement, and other professional activities as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Subject to change based on the needs of the agency.

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $300000 – $315000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.

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