Physician (Psychiatrist)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Athens (GA); Presencial; USD 262.000 - 315.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric services to Veterans in inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will conduct evaluations, diagnose, and treat a wide range of psychiatric disorders, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and supervise residents. The role emphasizes suicide risk assessment, care coordination, and adherence to VA policies and standards.

Formación

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school with LCME/COCA approvals.
• For foreign medical graduates: ECFMG eligibility.
• Appointment in exceptional circumstances may be allowed for high attainment.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric services in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Conduct evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning for Veterans.
• Offer pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments within scope of practice.
• Supervise psychiatry residents and other clinical staff as assigned.
• Ensure documentation in the EHR and participate in care coordination.

Conocimientos

Psychiatry

Clinical supervision

Interdisciplinary care

Suicide risk assessment

Educación

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Descripción del empleo

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until 09/30/2027.

Key Responsibilities

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Position(s) listed under this Open Continuous Announcement MAY be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants selected for an EDRP-eligible position will be notified in their conditional job offer. The selectee must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Program 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 review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Recruitment / Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to a highly qualified candidate Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.

EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.

Contact [e-mail], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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 Duties and Responsibilities: The Psychiatrist serves as a core member of a multidisciplinary mental health team providing comprehensive psychiatric services to Veterans receiving care in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.

The psychiatrist is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including acute, chronic, and complex mental health conditions. Key duties include but are not limited to: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including psychiatric history, mental status examinations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning for Veterans in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Provide ongoing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment for mental health conditions within the psychiatrist's scope of practice, including management of acute psychiatric crises and stabilization of complex psychiatric presentations. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case conferences, and care coordination activities to ensure continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient services.

Serve as the prescribing provider for assigned Veterans and collaborate with psychologists, social workers, nurses, peer support specialists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated, Veteran-centered care. Assess and manage psychiatric emergencies, including suicide risk, homicide risk, behavioral disturbances, and other urgent mental health concerns, utilizing appropriate interventions and levels of care.

Facilitate transitions of care between inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring timely follow-up, treatment continuity, medication reconciliation, and coordination with community and VA resources. Document clinical care in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely, accurate, and professional manner in accordance with VA policy and professional standards.

Provide clinical consultation to mental health providers, primary care providers, medical and surgical teams, and other staff as needed. Support measurement-based care, population health initiatives, and performance improvement activities, 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 clinical documentation. Maintain compliance with all applicable VA policies, Joint Commission standards, accreditation requirements, and professional practice standards. Participate in peer review, quality improvement, performance improvement, and other professional activities as assigned.

Provide clinical supervision, education, mentorship, and consultation to psychiatry residents, trainees, and other clinical staff, fostering professional development, clinical competency, adherence to evidence-based practices, and the delivery of high-quality patient care, as assigned. Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday, 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 $262000 – $315000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.