Board Certified Psychiatrist - Veterans Health Care System

The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Springfield, MO, is seeking a full-time Physician- Psychiatrist . Ideal candidate is Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry

We are fully committed to providing top quality medical care by serving and honoring America's Veterans.

Candidates must possess an MD/DO from an accredited institution, have completed residency training leading to board eligibility/certification, and possess an active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State.

Highlights of this opportunity:

• Potential starting base salary range: $275-$300K
• Work Schedule to be discussed during interview.
• Performs psychiatric evaluations for 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.
• Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including diagnostic assessments, medication evaluation and management, suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, psychotherapy, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders.
• Modalities for patient care for virtual positions will be through telehealth with limited phone calls as clinically appropriate.
• Maintains appropriate licensing and board certifications as applicable.
• Functioning as part of an interdisciplinary care team working with other physicians, PA's, APN's, social workers, psychologists, peer support specialist and other staff. Works as collaborating physician with PA's and APN's as necessary

VA offers an exceptional benefits package for physicians, including up to 55 days off annually, 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, and more. Working for federal employers allows you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.

Don't miss this chance to join our team and serve those who have served us! #WorkatVA

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Springfield is beautiful smaller city. There are so many great adventures and fun things to do in and around Springfield. If you love the outdoors then you will love the opportunities to fish, golf, hike, ski, boat, canoe, kayak, camp, bike, cave exploration just to name a few. Springfield is home to the Springfield Cardinals (St. Louis Cardinals minor league team). There is an aquarium and several museums and botanical gardens. Springfield is also home to the World's largest fork. By being part of the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks, you will have time to spend with your family and explore all the amazing things that Springfield has to offer.