Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

U.S. Air Force; Washington; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Air Force Psychiatrist to enhance the mental wellness of service members. This role emphasizes informal consultations in a supportive environment, allowing military personnel to discuss mental health openly. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, the psychiatrist will provide essential evaluations, maintain confidentiality, and advocate for mental health awareness. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the lives of airmen positively while ensuring their operational readiness. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to make a difference in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required with completed psychiatric residency.
• Active medical license to practice psychiatry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage service members in informal consultations about mental health.
• Provide psychological evaluations and initial assessments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Assessment Skills

Management Skills

Adaptability

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Psychiatric Residency

Job description

Position: Air Force Psychiatrist

Location: World Wide

Division: United States Air Force (USAF) Medical Corps

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

The Air Force Psychiatrist acts as a vital cog in the mental wellness machinery of the United States Air Force, providing essential psychiatric services in an informal setting to ensure the mental health and operational readiness of service members. The initiative is designed to foster a comfortable and approachable environment where military personnel can engage in candid conversations about their mental health without the formality and pressure of traditional clinic settings. Psychiatrists at the Air Force collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate a robust and supportive mental health framework for our airmen.

Key Responsibilities

• Informal Consultations: Engage with service members in an informal, café-like setting to discuss mental health concerns and provide initial assessments.

• Maintain Confidentiality: Ensure all conversations and consultations uphold the strictest levels of confidentiality and trust.

• Initial Assessments: Provide psychological evaluations and preliminary diagnoses in a friendly and non-threatening environment.

• Referrals: Identify requirements for further evaluation, treatment, or support, and direct individuals to appropriate resources or specialists.

• Mental Health Advocacy: Raise awareness and destigmatize mental health discussions among service members, encouraging a culture of openness and support.

• Resource Knowledge: Stay informed about all available mental health resources and initiatives within the Air Force to accurately guide individuals in need.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive mental health support.

• Documentation: Maintain meticulous records of interactions while adhering to privacy and data protection regulations.

Qualifications

• Education: A Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution. Completion of a psychiatric residency program.

• License: A valid and active medical license to practice psychiatry.

• Military Requirements: Meet all criteria for military service, including physical standards, and completion of Officer Training School (OTS).

• Experience: Previous experience in a psychiatric role, with preference given to candidates with military or veterans mental health experience.

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• Skills: Excellent communication, empathy, assessment, and management skills. Adaptability to work in diverse settings and with diverse populations.

Working Conditions

• Setting: Involve working in clinical or other settings as required.

• Travel: Possible domestic and international travel, depending on assignment and duty station.