U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician - Psychiatrist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, North Tomah, Wisconsin, United States
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Physician - Psychiatrist
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Overview
This physician provides ongoing psychiatric care to a vulnerable population of Veterans in an outpatient setting and provides a full array of psycho-diagnostic, psychotherapeutic and pharmacological management. They will provide services to Veterans in a BHIP/Outpatient team setting that will include multi-disciplinary approaches. Outpatient psychiatrists have occasional on call responsibility. The Outpatient Psychiatrist functions within the Mental Health Service. The Chief of Psychiatry provides direct clinical and administrative supervision. The clinician is further responsible to the Chief, Mental Health Service and the Chief of Staff. Major duties and responsibilities
Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including assessment and the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care. Performs psychiatric evaluations for a diverse population of patients including males, females, geriatric, and post deployment combat veterans who may have homelessness, unemployment, and poor family support networks. Identifies patient problems requiring consultation with other multi-disciplinary medical center staff and makes appropriate referrals. Ensures referrals to specialty programs and community resources are accomplished, including Mental Health Programs (e.g., Mental Health Clinic, Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program, Neuropsychology, PTSD Clinic, Mental Health Intensive Case Management, Compensated Work Therapy, Homeless services, Vocational Rehabilitation). Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions to units/programs in the Medical Center with clinical privileges to practice, including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and care of patients with psychiatric disorders in outpatient, inpatient, emergency department, primary care/mental health integrated programs, and hospital ward settings. Participates in team meetings and treatment planning conferences and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to enhance coordination of comprehensive patient care. Orders diagnostic tests and consultations and makes appropriate treatment decisions based on findings. Ensures practice complies with Joint Commission, CARF, VA policies and procedures, clinical practice guidelines, VISN standards, national statutes and regulations, medical record documentation, continuing education, and HIPAA policies. Participates in supervision and teaching in support of the psychiatric residency program, performs on-call duties, and other related duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Incentives and benefits
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
May be available for qualified applicants Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment):
Learn more EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply Pay:
Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off:
50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, possible 5 days CME) Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care Licensure:
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (full-time with board certification) Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule:
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Requirements
Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis before appointment. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable identification required for pre-employment processes; REAL ID compliance may be required after 2025. Must pass pre-employment physical examination and participate in the influenza vaccination program. Probationary period may apply. Complete all application requirements in the announcement. Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed. Applicants pending training or license completion may be referred and tentatively selected but must meet requirements before hire. Currently employed VA physicians meeting previous qualification standards are considered to have met basic requirements. United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when unable to recruit qualified citizens per VA policy. Education:
Doctor of Medicine or equivalent to practice medicine; degree from an approved school. Licensure:
Current, full and unrestricted medical license in a US state/territory/DC. Residency Training:
Approved core specialty training leading to board eligibility (ACGME/AOA) or equivalent; note on faculty status if applicable. English Proficiency:
Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience:
Experience with Veteran populations, interdisciplinary teams, and familiarity with virtual care options. Reference:
For more information, visit the VA Qualification Standards page. Physical Requirements:
Walking, bending, stooping, lifting; extended periods of sitting. Additional information
This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. VA encourages applicants with disabilities. This is Excepted Service. Benefits depend on position type. If you cannot apply online, contact the Agency for alternate submission options. The Fair Chance Act applies; details available through HRA/OSP. This position is in a government health care setting and may require specific onboarding steps and eligibility considerations for EDRP/CBOP programs.
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Physician - Psychiatrist
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Overview
This physician provides ongoing psychiatric care to a vulnerable population of Veterans in an outpatient setting and provides a full array of psycho-diagnostic, psychotherapeutic and pharmacological management. They will provide services to Veterans in a BHIP/Outpatient team setting that will include multi-disciplinary approaches. Outpatient psychiatrists have occasional on call responsibility. The Outpatient Psychiatrist functions within the Mental Health Service. The Chief of Psychiatry provides direct clinical and administrative supervision. The clinician is further responsible to the Chief, Mental Health Service and the Chief of Staff. Major duties and responsibilities
Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including assessment and the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care. Performs psychiatric evaluations for a diverse population of patients including males, females, geriatric, and post deployment combat veterans who may have homelessness, unemployment, and poor family support networks. Identifies patient problems requiring consultation with other multi-disciplinary medical center staff and makes appropriate referrals. Ensures referrals to specialty programs and community resources are accomplished, including Mental Health Programs (e.g., Mental Health Clinic, Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program, Neuropsychology, PTSD Clinic, Mental Health Intensive Case Management, Compensated Work Therapy, Homeless services, Vocational Rehabilitation). Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions to units/programs in the Medical Center with clinical privileges to practice, including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and care of patients with psychiatric disorders in outpatient, inpatient, emergency department, primary care/mental health integrated programs, and hospital ward settings. Participates in team meetings and treatment planning conferences and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to enhance coordination of comprehensive patient care. Orders diagnostic tests and consultations and makes appropriate treatment decisions based on findings. Ensures practice complies with Joint Commission, CARF, VA policies and procedures, clinical practice guidelines, VISN standards, national statutes and regulations, medical record documentation, continuing education, and HIPAA policies. Participates in supervision and teaching in support of the psychiatric residency program, performs on-call duties, and other related duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Incentives and benefits
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
May be available for qualified applicants Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment):
Learn more EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply Pay:
Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off:
50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, possible 5 days CME) Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care Licensure:
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (full-time with board certification) Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule:
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Requirements
Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis before appointment. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable identification required for pre-employment processes; REAL ID compliance may be required after 2025. Must pass pre-employment physical examination and participate in the influenza vaccination program. Probationary period may apply. Complete all application requirements in the announcement. Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed. Applicants pending training or license completion may be referred and tentatively selected but must meet requirements before hire. Currently employed VA physicians meeting previous qualification standards are considered to have met basic requirements. United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when unable to recruit qualified citizens per VA policy. Education:
Doctor of Medicine or equivalent to practice medicine; degree from an approved school. Licensure:
Current, full and unrestricted medical license in a US state/territory/DC. Residency Training:
Approved core specialty training leading to board eligibility (ACGME/AOA) or equivalent; note on faculty status if applicable. English Proficiency:
Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience:
Experience with Veteran populations, interdisciplinary teams, and familiarity with virtual care options. Reference:
For more information, visit the VA Qualification Standards page. Physical Requirements:
Walking, bending, stooping, lifting; extended periods of sitting. Additional information
This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. VA encourages applicants with disabilities. This is Excepted Service. Benefits depend on position type. If you cannot apply online, contact the Agency for alternate submission options. The Fair Chance Act applies; details available through HRA/OSP. This position is in a government health care setting and may require specific onboarding steps and eligibility considerations for EDRP/CBOP programs.
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