Physician-Psychiatrist (BHIP)

Veterans Health Administration; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

EDRP Education Loan Repayment Program

PTO 26 days + federal holidays

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) in Augusta, GA seeks a Psychiatrist to join the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP). The role focuses on comprehensive psychiatric care for Veterans, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment coordination within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include ongoing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment, clinical documentation in CPRS, and collaboration with psychologists, nurses, and social workers to ensure high-quality,

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree.
• Schools: LCME-accredited medical schools or COCA-accredited osteopathic schools.
• For foreign medical graduates, ECFMG eligibility.
• Appointment may be granted in exceptional circumstances with high attainment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations (history, mental status, diagnosis, treatment planning).
• Provide ongoing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment within scope.
• Prescribe medications and coordinate care with BHIP team.
• Document clinical care in CPRS per VA policy.
• Engage in suicide prevention, risk assessment, and safety planning.
• Participate in peer review and quality improvement activities.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

Job description

• 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

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified candidates. 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.

The BHIP Psychiatrist serves as a core member of a multidisciplinary mental health team providing comprehensive psychiatric services to Veterans enrolled in the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP). The psychiatrist will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 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.

Serve as the prescribing provider for a panel of Veterans enrolled in BHIP, collaborating with other team members (psychologists, social workers, nurses, peer support specialists, etc.) to ensure high-quality, Veteran-centered 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 Environment and Supervision: The position is primarily outpatient and located within a BHIP team. While the psychiatrist functions with considerable independence, they report directly to the Psychiatry Section Chief (or designee) and are ultimately accountable to the Chief, Mental Health Service. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm or as determined.

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 $250000 – $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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