Psychiatrist: Outpatient Mental Health Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Columbus, OH seeks a psychiatrist to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care including diagnostic assessment, medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes psychopharmacology, suicide risk assessments, treatment planning, and coordination of care for veterans with diverse psychiatric disorders; Monday to Friday schedule, with opportunities for teaching and supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• Must meet basic physician requirements for VA employment and be licensed in the United States.
• MD or DO degree from an approved school and eligibility for board certification.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States.
• Complete residency training in a core specialty per VA qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric evaluations for diverse veteran populations.
• Provide diagnostic assessment, medication management, and treatment planning.
• Deliver psychotherapy and crisis intervention as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate consults, triage referrals, and participate in team-based care meetings.
• May participate in supervision and teaching of residents; perform on-call duties as assigned.
• Ensure documentation aligns with regulatory standards and VA policies.

Skills

Psychiatry

Psychopharmacology

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Team-based care

Psychotherapy

Education

MD/DO degree

Tools

VA/EHR systems

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Columbus, OH seeks a psychiatrist to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care including diagnostic assessment, medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes psychopharmacology, suicide risk assessments, treatment planning, and coordination of care for veterans with diverse psychiatric disorders; Monday to Friday schedule, with opportunities for teaching and supervision as needed.