Physician (Psychiatrist)- SARRTP/PTSD

Summary The psychiatrist performs general psychiatric assessment and treatment within a multi‑disciplinary team. The psychiatrist will work closely with their colleagues to provide comprehensive, state‑of‑the‑art mental health care. This position is primarily assigned to the Substance Abuse/PTSD Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program but the incumbent will provide psychiatric care to Veterans across the Medical Center. Qualifications To qualify for this position — you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current — full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training — approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME); (2) those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA); or (3) other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) — which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and exposes the physician to a range of patient‑care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as “Physician Resident Providers” (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged. Rather, they are to have a “scope of practice” that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: In accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Duties NOTE: The 2‑page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information — refer to Required Documents below. This vacancy will remain open until filled. Duties include — but are not limited to: The psychiatrist will perform evaluations, diagnosis(es), treatments, medication management and prevention of mental health disorders. Perform comprehensive examinations and assessments — determining diagnosis(es) and completing medical work‑ups — including admissions and discharges. Develop and implement treatment plans — referring to other specialties or appropriate community resources. Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team and collaborate with providers across the Medical Center. Provide appropriate clinical documentation of patient care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in a timely manner. Training regarding the use of CPRS will be provided by the VAMC. All documentation shall be completed in accordance with VA policy and procedures. Ensure accreditation requirements are met for all applicable survey and inspection processes to include — but are not limited to compliance with JCHACO, CARF, and OIG. Follow all VA guidelines regarding infection control and safety. Adhere to all quality performance measures. Provide examinations/reviews as assigned to support Mental Health services. Collaborate with contracted community Mental Health programs to assist/coordinate discharge planning — medication and follow‑up appointments and continue of care. May participate in supervision of residents and medical students assigned to mental health programs. Provide details of the comprehensive total rewards package offered at VHA Physician Total Rewards: Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus); Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance); Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) — up to $200 000; Pay: Competitive salary; annual performance bonus; regular salary increases; Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year; Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401 K with up to 5% contributions; Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory; CME: Possible $1 000 per year reimbursement; Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided; Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting; Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr