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Veterans Health Administration

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Veterans Health Administration, San Juan

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Discover an Exceptional Career Opportunity: VA Caribbean Healthcare System Seeks Psychiatrists (Inpatient & Outpatient) in San Juan, Mayagüez, and Ponce, Puerto Rico

Are you a board-certified/eligible psychiatrist passionate about serving Veterans in a collaborative, high-impact environment? The VA Caribbean Healthcare System (San Juan VA Medical Center) is hiring psychiatrists for multiple settings , including:

  • BHIP (Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program)
  • Inpatient & Outpatient Services
  • Two Floater Positions
  • Domiciliary Care Role

This is your chance to advance your career while enjoying Puerto Rico s vibrant culture, tropical beauty, and federal benefits including relocation assistance, education debt reduction, and retention incentives .

Why Join Us?

  • Meaningful Work : Deliver critical mental health care to Veterans in diverse settings (BHIP, inpatient, outpatient, domiciliary).
  • Interdisciplinary Teams : Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, and nurses in patient-centered care.
  • Education & Growth : Opportunities for teaching, supervision, and EDBT (evidence-based therapies) training.
  • Work-Life Balance : Predictable schedules with manageable call rotations.
  • Comprehensive Benefits:
    • Competitive federal salary + performance incentives
    • Generous PTO : 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays
    • Student loan repayment & relocation assistance (if applicable)
    • Pension + 401K match (up to 5%) + malpractice coverage

Why Puerto Rico?

San Juan, Mayagüez, and Ponce offer:

  • Island paradise : Beaches, rainforests (El Yunque), and year-round warmth.
  • Rich culture : Historic sites, salsa music, and world-famous cuisine.
  • U.S. territory : No passport needed for American citizens.
  • Tax advantage : No federal income tax for Puerto Rico residents.
  • 4% Tax Exemption for professionals !

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Join us at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System where your skills make a difference, and your quality of life thrives in paradise!

Fun Facts About San Juan, Puerto Rico:

  • Home to El Yunque , the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System
  • Old San Juan features 500+ years of history with colorful Spanish colonial architecture
  • Renowned for salsa music, bioluminescent bays , and world-famous coffee
  • A U.S. territory no passport needed for American citizens!

Your next career adventure awaits in Puerto Rico apply today!