U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician (Psychiatrist)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Position Overview
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range: $260,000.00/yr - $270,000.00/yr. This psychiatric position requires the knowledge, skills, and expertise in psychiatry, psychopharmacology, medication management, working within a multidisciplinary team, and psychotherapy. The incumbent will provide a full range of therapeutic interventions including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, treatment planning, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. Basic Requirements
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, 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. Approved residencies are: (1) those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; (2) those approved by the American Osteopathic Association; or (3) other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee. 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. PRPs have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Work is performed primarily in a patient care setting, adequately lighted, temperature controlled, and ventilated. Office temperatures fluctuate periodically and involve everyday risks or discomforts typical of clinical settings. Duties and Responsibilities
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Major duties and responsibilities: The psychiatrist will be responsible for a panel of patients. Perform psychiatric evaluations on a diverse population, including geriatric and post‑deployment combat Veterans who are mentally ill and have psychosocial issues such as homelessness, unemployment, and poor family support network. Provide a full range of therapeutic interventions including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, treatment planning, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. Ensure practice of psychiatric medicine is consistent with TJC, CARF, HIPAA, VA policies and procedures, clinical practice guidelines, national statutes and regulations, medical record documentation, and mandatory continuing education. Provide a full range of psycho‑diagnostic services, including assessment and the most appropriate psychotherapeutic services, to deliver quality care. The psychiatrist may serve as a mental health leader with responsibilities for coordinating consults and triage of specialty clinic referrals. Participate effectively in team meetings and treatment planning conferences and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members that enhance coordination of comprehensive patient care. Order diagnostic tests and consultations, discriminate between normal and abnormal findings, and make appropriate treatment decisions. May participate in supervision and teaching of psychiatric residents, perform on‑call duties, and perform directly related duties as assigned. Areas which the psychiatrist is assigned and has clinical privileges to practice may include depression, anxiety, psychosis, PTSD, substance abuse, and other psychiatric disorders in the outpatient setting. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized; learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Brandon.Hughes2@va.gov — the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Pay: Competitive salary — annual performance bonus; regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 50‑55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contribution by VA. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement). Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory. CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification). Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday — 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Salary Range
$260,000.00 / yr – $270,000.00 / yr. Seniority Level
Entry level. Employment Type
Full‑time. Job Function
Health Care Provider. Industry
Government Administration.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range: $260,000.00/yr - $270,000.00/yr. This psychiatric position requires the knowledge, skills, and expertise in psychiatry, psychopharmacology, medication management, working within a multidisciplinary team, and psychotherapy. The incumbent will provide a full range of therapeutic interventions including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, treatment planning, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. Basic Requirements
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, 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. Approved residencies are: (1) those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; (2) those approved by the American Osteopathic Association; or (3) other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee. 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. PRPs have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Work is performed primarily in a patient care setting, adequately lighted, temperature controlled, and ventilated. Office temperatures fluctuate periodically and involve everyday risks or discomforts typical of clinical settings. Duties and Responsibilities
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Major duties and responsibilities: The psychiatrist will be responsible for a panel of patients. Perform psychiatric evaluations on a diverse population, including geriatric and post‑deployment combat Veterans who are mentally ill and have psychosocial issues such as homelessness, unemployment, and poor family support network. Provide a full range of therapeutic interventions including diagnostic assessment, medication evaluation and management, treatment planning, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. Ensure practice of psychiatric medicine is consistent with TJC, CARF, HIPAA, VA policies and procedures, clinical practice guidelines, national statutes and regulations, medical record documentation, and mandatory continuing education. Provide a full range of psycho‑diagnostic services, including assessment and the most appropriate psychotherapeutic services, to deliver quality care. The psychiatrist may serve as a mental health leader with responsibilities for coordinating consults and triage of specialty clinic referrals. Participate effectively in team meetings and treatment planning conferences and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members that enhance coordination of comprehensive patient care. Order diagnostic tests and consultations, discriminate between normal and abnormal findings, and make appropriate treatment decisions. May participate in supervision and teaching of psychiatric residents, perform on‑call duties, and perform directly related duties as assigned. Areas which the psychiatrist is assigned and has clinical privileges to practice may include depression, anxiety, psychosis, PTSD, substance abuse, and other psychiatric disorders in the outpatient setting. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized; learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Brandon.Hughes2@va.gov — the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Pay: Competitive salary — annual performance bonus; regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 50‑55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% contribution by VA. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement). Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory. CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification). Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday — 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Salary Range
$260,000.00 / yr – $270,000.00 / yr. Seniority Level
Entry level. Employment Type
Full‑time. Job Function
Health Care Provider. Industry
Government Administration.
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