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Department of Veterans Affairs

Phenomenal Psychiatrist Opportunity in Boise, Idaho

Department of Veterans Affairs, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708


Job DescriptionThe Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center seeks a psychiatrist to join our growing, collegial, and multi-disciplinary team. You will find a very welcoming community, exceptional medical facilities, and a city that offers a perfect balance of culture and outdoor adventure.FacilityThe Boise Veterans Affairs Medical Center is part of the Northwest Health Network, is consistently ranked as one of the best VA hospitals in the nation. Our state-of-the-art medical campus boasts a picturesque setting, features modern operating rooms, a dedicated intensive care unit, and well-equipped inpatient medicine and surgical wards to handle the full breadth of patient care needs. We have a comprehensive psychiatric ward and a full host of outpatient clinics spanning all major medical specialties. Our consistent and stable leadership is deeply committed to providing exceptional veteran-centered care, advancing medical education through robust residency and student training programs, and driving innovations in basic science research. We are proud to offer an empowering and purposeful work environment.Essential Job FunctionsCarry an outpatient caseload seen face to face or via telehealth; at times it may be necessary to provide care for patients at our community-based outpatient clinics, usually via telehealth; conduct chart reviews for professional practice evaluation and other requests as assigned.Obtain and maintain an academic appointment at the University of Washington School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.Supervise senior resident caseloads and participate in residency program activities as requested by the residency training program. Commensurate reductions in clinical responsibilities will be provided; supervise residents on call and round on our inpatient ward and consults on call weekends, frequency is approximately 1 in 10 or less.Minimum RequirementsMD or DO DegreeCurrent, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.Board Certified or Board EligibleBenefits IncludeFlexible work schedules and shiftsLow patient-provider ratiosRobust insurance coverageThe ability to work anywhere in the country with one active licenseStable employment with competitive salary and regular pay increases50 days annual paid time off (26 days paid annual leave, 13 days paid annual sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays) in addition to other leave options including paid parental leaveGenerous education support programs, including loan repayment and reimbursement up to $200,000.Unprecedented federal retirement benefits including a traditional pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K (TSP) with up to 5% in employer contributionsAbout BoiseImagine a city where the river flows through a lush corridor of trees, with a backdrop of rolling foothills and a vibrant downtown filled with energy and excitement. The city offers a vibrant dining scene, with an emerging array of farm-to-table eateries, craft breweries, and eclectic food trucks.

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