Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Veterans Health Administration; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking board-certified psychiatrists to join its expanding Mental Health Service in the vibrant Dallas-Fort Worth area. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive care to veterans, with a focus on PTSD and Substance Use Disorders. Enjoy a supportive environment with very low call duties, competitive salaries, and generous benefits. Experience the charm of Southern living combined with modern innovation in a location known for its affordable housing and diverse culture. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of veterans, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 55 days of paid time off

Federal pension & 401K

Free malpractice coverage

No state income tax

Academic affiliation opportunities

Qualifications

• Board-certified psychiatrists with experience in PTSD and Substance Use Disorder.
• Strong leadership skills for Medical Director roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health services to veterans.
• Lead and collaborate in a collegial environment.

Skills

Psychiatry

Buprenorphine experience

PTSD treatment

Substance Use Disorder treatment

Education

Board certification in Psychiatry

Job description

Job Description

Discover one of the best places on earth: VA's North Texas Healthcare System seeks psychiatrists. Several opportunities are currently available.

Enhanced salaries, student loan reimbursements, quality of life, VA/federal benefits.

State of Texas! Why wouldn't you want to live and work in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas? Join us and experience firsthand how this location earned its slogan: Easy living in the big city without all the problems.

The prestigious Mental Health Service at VA North Texas Healthcare System (Dallas/Fort Worth, TX) is expanding, and we are excited about our future. With a growing veteran population, we are seeking board-certified psychiatrists for our 5-star, 1-A facility.

Our Mental Health Service offers a collegial environment with comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and residential services, specializing in PTSD, Substance Use Disorder, and Primary Care Mental Health Integration, with Medical Director leadership opportunities.

Available Positions:

1. General Psychiatry - Fort Worth & Dallas (Buprenorphine experience preferred)
2. Substance Use Disorder Specialist - Dallas
3. Medical Director, Primary Care Mental Health Integration - Dallas
4. Primary Care Mental Health Integration - Fort Worth & Dallas

Our positions offer:

1. Very low to no call duties
2. Competitive salaries & generous benefits
3. Opportunity for academic affiliation

Why VA North Texas? We are growing fast, serving over 195,000 veterans in 38 counties. Be part of our prestigious Mental Health Service team, offering comprehensive care in a supportive, collegial environment.

Top Perks:

• Up to 55 days of paid time off (including federal holidays and CME leave)
• Federal pension & 401K (with VA contributions)
• Free malpractice coverage
• No state income tax in Texas
• Academic affiliation opportunities

Why North Texas? Live where Southern charm meets modern innovation in the vibrant Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex:

1. Affordable housing & top-ranked schools
2. Diverse culture and exciting entertainment (Six Flags, Universal Studios, sports, arts)
3. International travel hub with DFW Airport, connecting you globally
4. No state income tax and great weather year-round!