Physician (Psychiatry)

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking an Interventional Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive mental health care at its San Francisco location. The role involves overseeing innovative treatment services and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team. Candidates must possess an MD and be board eligible in Adult Psychiatry, ensuring a commitment to quality mental health services within a supportive federal framework.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year

Federal pension and 401K with VA contributions

Federal health, vision, dental, life, long-term care insurance

CME reimbursement of $1,000/year

Free liability protection with tail coverage

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine/surgery in the U.S.
• Board eligibility or certification in Adult Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Ketamine, ECT, and TMS services.
• Manages comprehensive mental health care and the Interventional Psychiatry program.
• Participates in educational activities and maintains quality assurance standards.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit their EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, including award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years), is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services after review of the application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or licensing may be referred and tentatively selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are met. Current VA-employed physicians who met the initial appointment requirements are deemed to have met the basic requirements.

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree from an approved school.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Residency Training: Completion of an approved residency leading to board certification eligibility.
• Residents enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited programs are eligible as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs), who must be fully licensed and appointed on an intermittent or fee basis.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Additional Requirement: Adult Psychiatry board eligibility or certification.
• Physical Requirements: Walking, talking, driving, use of phone and computer, with no strenuous physical activity required. Light lifting (<15 pounds), hearing aid permitted.

Duties

• This is an open continuous announcement until September 5, 2025, with initial referral cut-off on June 10, 2025, and subsequent biweekly cut-offs.
• Qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies arise.
• Offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including recruitment incentives and EDRP (former participants are ineligible).
• Contact [e-mail] for questions.
• Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
• Pay: Competitive salary, performance bonus, regular increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year (annual leave, sick leave, holidays, CME).
• Retirement: Federal pension and 401K with VA contributions.
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, life, long-term care.
• Licensure: One full, unrestricted license from any US state or territory.
• CME: Possible reimbursement of $1,000/year.
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• Contract: No employment contract or moonlighting restrictions.
• The Interventional Psychiatrist oversees Ketamine, ECT, and TMS services at the San Francisco VA Healthcare System.
• The staff psychiatrist provides comprehensive mental health care, managing the Interventional Psychiatry program, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
• Responsibilities include clinical care, adhering to policies, participating in educational activities, and maintaining quality assurance standards.