Staff Psychiatrist — EDRP Eligible, Comprehensive Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Virginia seeks a Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care across outpatient and inpatient settings. The physician will perform evaluations, diagnose, treat, and manage medications for a diverse veteran population, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The incumbent will participate in supervision, teaching, and program development, while adhering to Joint Commission, VA policies, and HIPAA regulations. English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Current, full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including assessment and psychotherapeutic techniques.
• Performs psychiatric evaluations for a diverse patient population.
• Delivers diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation/management, suicide risk assessments, and crisis intervention.
• Leads and coordinates care within multi-disciplinary teams in various clinical settings.
• Ensures compliance with Joint Commission, VA policies, and HIPAA requirements.

Skills

Psychiatry

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Medical license

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Virginia seeks a Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care across outpatient and inpatient settings. The physician will perform evaluations, diagnose, treat, and manage medications for a diverse veteran population, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The incumbent will participate in supervision, teaching, and program development, while adhering to Joint Commission, VA policies, and HIPAA regulations. English proficiency is required.