Physician - Psychiatrist

Department of Veterans Affairs; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 275,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance

Up to 55 days off annually

Malpractice insurance including tail coverage

Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility after 10 years of service

Job summary

A federal health care agency in Fort Smith, AR, is seeking a full-time Physician-Psychiatrist. The ideal candidate must be Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry and possess an MD/DO from an accredited institution. Responsibilities include medication management for veterans facing various mental health conditions and educating hospital staff on these needs. The position provides a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package, including up to 55 days off annually and mortgage protection options after 10 years of service.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State.
• Ideal candidate is Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage medication for veterans with mental health conditions.
• Educate staff about psychiatric needs and expectations.
• Work with families of patients receiving psychiatric care.

Skills

Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry

Assessment and medication management

Educating staff on psychiatric needs

Working with families of patients

Education

MD/DO from an accredited institution

Completed residency training

Job description

The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Fort Smith, AR, is seeking a full‑time Physician- Psychiatrist. Ideal candidate is Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry.

We are fully committed to providing top quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans.

Candidates must possess an MD/DO from an accredited institution, have completed residency training leading to board eligibility/certification, and possess an active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State.

Highlights of this opportunity:

• Potential starting base salary range: $275-$300K
• Daily schedule, Monday-Friday, may include nights, weekends and on-call. Schedule to be discussed during interview.
• Assessment/evaluation and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of mental health conditions, including, but not limited to Post traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and other related conditions.
• Educate staff hospital wide about psychiatric needs of patients; how to handle; what to expect; etc.
• Work with families of patients receiving psychiatric care.

Benefits

VA offers an exceptional benefits package for physicians, including up to 55 days off annually, affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long‑term care insurance, up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave, malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage, and more. Working for federal employers allows you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.