Psychiatrist — Tele-Mental Health & EDRP Eligible

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP Eligible

Job summary

The Western NY Healthcare System within the Veterans Health Administration seeks an experienced full-time Psychiatrist to deliver behavioral health services across outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and tele-mental health settings. The role involves clinical assessment, treatment planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care.

Applicants must hold an MD or DO, be licensed in the United States, complete an approved psychiatry residency, and be eligible or

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an approved school
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the US
• Completion of an approved psychiatry residency
• Board certification in psychiatry or eligibility per VA
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric assessments and diagnoses for inpatients and outpatients
• Deliver tele-mental health services to various locations as needed
• Develop and implement treatment plans for assigned caseload
• Educate patients, families, and staff on care and treatment options
• Ensure compliance with CPRS documentation and performance measures
• Coordinate with other health programs and attend relevant meetings

Skills

English proficiency

Board certification in Psychiatry

Tele-mental health

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

The Western NY Healthcare System within the Veterans Health Administration seeks an experienced full-time Psychiatrist to deliver behavioral health services across outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and tele-mental health settings. The role involves clinical assessment, treatment planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care.

Applicants must hold an MD or DO, be licensed in the United States, complete an approved psychiatry residency, and be eligible or