Inpatient Psychiatrist

The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a full-time Physician - Inpatient Staff Psychiatrist to join our expanding clinical practice. The selected candidate will provide top-quality medical care, serving and honoring America's Veterans through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and treatments. This rewarding opportunity offers a competitive starting salary, a robust benefits package, and a dependable weekday schedule. Practice Info Inpatient staff psychiatrist role at G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center Expanding clinical practice serving America's Veterans Located in Jackson, MS Shift & Schedule Full-time Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30 pm Responsibilities Focus on the assessment/evaluation and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of mental health conditions, including, but not limited to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and other related conditions Write prescriptions for medications, including controlled medications which require a DEA number Initiate consultation by and referral to other services as indicated Educate staff hospital wide about psychiatric needs of patients, how to handle; what to expect; etc. Work with families of patients receiving psychiatric care Provide and document education and counseling of patients and patients' families in preventive care, medical treatments, and the use of prescribed medications Compensation Potential starting base salary range: $290,000-$310,000 Benefits Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5 days paid for CME) No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave Malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service Qualifications Board certified or board eligible Possess MD/DO from an accredited institution Completed residency training to board certification Active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State or territory H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship available