Psychiatrist - Veterans Health Administration
Join the Veterans Health Administration as a psychiatrist to provide mental health care and clinical training for veterans with PTSD, mood disorders, and substance use issues.
Best for:Best for board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrists with a strong commitment to veteran care and experience in treating psychiatric illnesses, substance use disorders, and dual diagnoses.
Overview
This position offers the opportunity to work as a psychiatrist within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), specializing in mental health care for veterans. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with psychiatric illnesses, including PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorders. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide evidence-based counseling, and participate in clinical training for medical students, residents, and fellows. The position emphasizes a supportive work environment, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to improving the lives of veterans through comprehensive mental health services.
What you'll do
- Diagnose and treat patients with mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders in outpatient settings, including PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
- Supervise multidisciplinary teams of allied health professionals, including psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, in patient treatment.
- Provide evidence-based counseling for individuals, groups, and families, including brief intervention and addiction counseling.
- Manage psychiatric complications of medical illnesses and coordinate care for patients with dual diagnoses.
- Deliver short- and long-term psychotherapy, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, and manage concurrent medication and psychotherapy.
- Participate in clinical training for medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Collaborate with clinical staff for complex cases requiring additional consultation or specialized care.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an approved institution.
Language: English; proficiency in written and spoken English required.
Instruction: English
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
- Completion of residency training approved by the VA in an accredited core specialty training program leading to board certification eligibility.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Experience in diagnosing and treating psychiatric illnesses, including PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
- Ability to provide evidence-based counseling and medication management.
- U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may only be appointed if no qualified citizens are available).
- Pass pre-employment physical evaluation and background/security investigation.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program.
- Completion of all application requirements as detailed in the job announcement.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the USAJOBS portal. Ensure all required documents, including CV, cover letter, and proof of degree and licensure, are uploaded. Complete all application requirements detailed in the job announcement.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Proof of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine
- Proof of residency training completion (if applicable)
- Reference letters (if required)
Contact
VHA Education Loan Repayment Services· EDRP Coordinator
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