Psychiatrist - VA Northern California Health Care System in Fairfield, California

Department of Veterans Affairs; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking full-time psychiatrists who are dedicated to recovery and diversity. In this rewarding role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop tailored treatment plans, and manage medication for patients facing mental health challenges. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide exceptional care, all while enjoying a competitive salary and generous benefits package. This position not only offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of veterans but also ensures a supportive work environment with ample paid time off and professional development opportunities. Join a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in mental health care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

50-55 days of annual paid time off

Traditional federal pension

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

CME reimbursement

Free liability protection

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or PRA with a full, unrestricted medical license.
• Board certified in BE/BC Psychiatry required.

Responsibilities

• Manage medications and facilitate support groups for patients.
• Evaluate patients needing psychiatric hospitalization.

Skills

Psychiatry

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Patient assessment

Education

Medical Doctor (MD)

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Job description

The VA Northern California Health Care System (NCHCS) is currently recruiting for full-time, board eligible/board certified psychiatrists who are value-driven, recovery- and diversity-oriented, and possess energy, compassion, and a pursuit of excellence to join our team at various Northern CA VA Outpatient Clinic locations. The physician will conduct review of medical history, physical exams, and mental status exams; complete assessments and formulate diagnoses; develop treatment plans; and order labs and/or radiological assessments for a wide variety of mental disorders, through a multidisciplinary team approach.

Responsibilities include:

1. Medication management of patients as indicated in the treatment plan.
2. Facilitation of medication support groups.
3. Evaluating and providing medical clearance for patients presenting to the clinic who may need psychiatric hospitalization.
4. Assessment and intervention for patients presenting in crisis.

Salary Range: $250,000-$320,000

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm; Alternate Tour of duty may be required to include evening hours and weekends.

On-Call: Weeknight and weekend telephone and on-site/virtual on-call duties for the Behavioral Health Intensive Care Unit (BHICU) at the Sacramento VA Medical Center or David Grant Medical Center, Travis AFB. On-call rotations last one week, can be conducted from home, and are usually Friday-Thursdays, including weekends and holidays.

Candidates must:

1. Be a US citizen or PRA (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with [38 U.S.C. 7407(a)]).
2. Possess a current, full, unrestricted medical license in any state.
3. Be board certified in BE/BC Psychiatry.
4. Confirm vaccination for seasonal influenza.

Preferred experience: Board Certification in Psychiatry (or intention to take Board exam)

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
• 50-55 days of annual paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME).
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME.
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.