Physician (Psychiatrist)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

Paid Time Off: 50–55 days annually

Traditional federal pension after 5 years

Malpractice coverage with tail coverage provided

Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist at the Nonconnah Boulevard VA Clinic in Memphis, TN. This role involves performing psychiatric evaluations and coordinating with community mental health programs while maintaining compliance with VA standards.

The ideal candidate must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree, be licensed in the U.S., and have completed residency training. Benefits include competitive pay, generous paid time off, and a federal pension plan.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship required.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Residency must be completed by an approved qualifying body.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Conduct comprehensive examinations and medical work‑ups.
• Document patient care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Coordinate with community mental health programs for discharge planning.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Completed residency in an accredited core specialty program

Job description

Summary

Nonconnah Boulevard VA Clinic – Memphis, TN is recruiting a full‑time Psychiatrist to serve as a Mental Health Physician. This position will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship (non‑citizens may be appointed only under VA policy)
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from an approved VA school
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Completed residency in an accredited core specialty program approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (ACGME or AOA)
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Physical requirements consistent with VA Directive 5019

Basic Requirements

• Residency must be completed by an approved qualifying body (ACGME or AOA)
• Approved residency or equivalent training as per VA policies; current residents may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) on an intermittent basis
• Eligible for general VA and non‑resident training exceptions in rare circumstances as approved by the Facility Director
• Current license to practice in the U.S. and proficiency in English

Duties

• Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and develop treatment plans
• Conduct comprehensive examinations and medical work‑ups
• Document patient care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
• Coordinate with community mental health programs and ambulatory services for discharge planning and follow‑up
• Participate in supervision of residents and medical students in outpatient psychiatry and emergency services
• Maintain accreditation and compliance with VA quality standards, JCHACO, CARF, OIG, infection control, safety, and other VA policies

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular salary increases
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days annually (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for CME)
• Traditional federal pension after 5 years of service and VA 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution
• Federal insurance: health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care
• Malpractice coverage with tail coverage provided
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) available – up to $200,000 over 1–5 years for qualified individuals (previous EDRP participants are ineligible)
• No physician employment contract; freedom to moonlight