Senior Psychiatric Medical Director

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is seeking a Psychiatry physician to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients. The role includes diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, conducting thorough evaluations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in supervision is preferred, and board certification is advantageous. The position requires a valid US medical license, completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved psychiatry residency, and strong English communication

Qualifications

• MD or DO with a full, unrestricted license to practice in the US
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Completion of an ACGME/AOA-accredited Psychiatry residency
• Board certification in Psychiatry preferred
• Experience in supervisory roles is desirable

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and prevent psychiatric disorders in patients
• Perform comprehensive history, mental status, and physical examinations
• Provide care and consultation to adolescent and adult patients
• Manage addiction psychiatry and comorbid conditions as needed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes

Skills

Supervisory experience

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or DO

US medical license

Psychiatry residency (ACGME/AOA)

Board certification in Psychiatry (ABPN) or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is seeking a Psychiatry physician to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients. The role includes diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, conducting thorough evaluations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in supervision is preferred, and board certification is advantageous. The position requires a valid US medical license, completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved psychiatry residency, and strong English communication