Psychiatry Physician

Shape the Future of Academic Psychiatry in Omaha, Nebraska Inpatient Acute Psychiatry Leadership Opportunities Available

Inpatient Acute Psychiatry Physician Opportunity

Omaha VA Medical Center Omaha, Nebraska

Are you an experienced psychiatrist ready to take the next step in your career, develop future physicians, and become a recognized leader in academic psychiatry?

The Omaha VA Medical Center is seeking a talented Inpatient Acute Care Psychiatrist to join an outstanding multidisciplinary team dedicated to serving America's Veterans. This is an exceptional opportunity for a psychiatrist who is at least five years beyond residency training and is looking to make a lasting impact through clinical excellence, teaching, mentorship, and leadership.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Meaningful Clinical Practice

• Full-time, onsite inpatient psychiatry position
• Provide care within our Acute Psychiatry service and support inpatient and emergency department psychiatric needs
• Manage a patient census of approximately 8 12 patients daily
• Collaborative team-based care model with strong interdisciplinary support
• Shared call schedule of approximately one week per quarter (4 weeks annually)

Academic & Teaching Environment

• Work alongside Psychiatry Residents on both services
• Teach, mentor, and help shape the next generation of psychiatrists
• Academic affiliations with:
• University of Nebraska Medical Center
• Creighton University
• Opportunities to participate in scholarly and educational activities

Leadership Opportunities

For psychiatrists interested in career advancement, opportunities exist to pursue:

• Medical Director roles
• Program leadership positions
• Academic and administrative growth opportunities
• Mentorship and succession planning pathways

Why Omaha?

Omaha offers an outstanding quality of life with the perfect balance of professional opportunity and Midwestern affordability.

Highlights include:

• Affordable housing and low cost of living
• Excellent public and private schools
• Vibrant downtown and historic Old Market district
• Exceptional dining scene featuring steakhouses, farm-to-table cuisine, international restaurants, and local breweries
• Professional sports, performing arts, concerts, and festivals year-round
• Beautiful parks, trails, golf courses, and outdoor recreation
• Easy access to major airports and convenient travel throughout the Midwest

Whether you're raising a family, pursuing academic interests, or seeking a vibrant community with less stress and more opportunity, Omaha consistently ranks among America's best places to live.

The VA Advantage

When you join the Department of Veterans Affairs, you gain the freedom to focus on patient care while enjoying one of the most comprehensive benefits packages available in medicine.

Physician Benefits Include:

• Competitive federal physician compensation
• Recruitment and relocation incentives (where applicable)
• Federal pension program
• 401(k)-equivalent Thrift Savings Plan with government contributions
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Up to 50 days of paid time off annually
• Paid CME leave and allowance
• Malpractice coverage provided by the federal government
• No RVU requirements
• Work-life balance that supports professional and personal success
• One unrestricted U.S. medical license allows practice in any VA facility nationwide

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

If you are a seasoned psychiatrist looking to establish yourself in academic psychiatry, mentor future physicians, pursue leadership opportunities, and care for those who have served our nation, we would love to speak with you.

Interested candidates should forward their CV or resume immediately to:

Terrance Anderson
National Healthcare Recruiter
Email:

Make your mark. Lead, teach, inspire, and serve America's Veterans in one of the nation's most livable cities.