Department of Veteran Affairs
Psychiatry Chief in Colorful Colorado - Sign on bonus + Relocation $
Department of Veteran Affairs, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503
The Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking a full-time, supervisory Psychiatrist to join our team in Grand Junction, Colorado. In this on-site role, you will lead a team of talented and dedicated healthcare partners in the treatment of a diverse patient base of our Western Colorado Veteran population. Services include inpatient and outpatient services for multiple psychiatric disorders.Duties and responsibilities include clinical and administrative:
Alongside your team, you will perform psychiatric evaluations, therapeutic interventions, diagnostic assessments, medication evaluation and management, suicide risk assessments, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. You will serve as a mental health team leader for coordinating consults and triage of specialty clinic referrals. Your Admin responsibilities will include development and oversight of programs and procedures within Mental Health and work alongside the Service Chief for a seat at the table to ensure effectiveness of policies and procedures for the department. You may also participate in the supervision and teaching to support the psychiatric residency program.Basic Requirements:Medical Doctor (MD or DO) and Certification with active and unrestricted DEA license to prescribe medicationCurrent, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any US stateResidency Training: Physicians must have completed US residency trainingDemonstrated multidisciplinary experience with inpatient and outpatient care services in acute Psychiatric settingsPreferred experience: 2+ years of managerial, supervisory experience in a clinical settingOn-call duty is required as a part of this rolePosition Highlights:Strong work/life balance
at a mid-sized facility with a strong patient focusPaid Time Off:
50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 annual leave, 13 sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)Education Reimbursement:
Eligible for reimbursement of education costsExcellent Federal Benefits:Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5-year vest) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance:
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 US State or territoryCME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage providedNo Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlightingWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm (can vary)Compensation:
Competitive base salary + sign-on bonus + annual bonus range $300k - $336k. Financial assistance for relocation is available. Student loan reimbursement program if meet eligibility requirements.About Grand Junction, Colorado and the VA Medical Center:The Grand Junction VAMC services those who serve our country providing critical medical services including acute and chronic inpatient and outpatient care. The facility consists of 53-bed capabilities for surgical procedures, specialty care, psychiatric in/outpatient services, as well as a Community Living Center, and social programs and services. The service area encompasses western Colorado and eastern Utah regions and includes the primary VAMC plus four satellite clinics.Grand Junction is an outdoor recreational hub; a medium-size metro area set in the high desert and mesas of the Rocky Mountains. Come enjoy the majestic beauty and mild climate of the western Colorado canyons and countryside. Recognized as 2024s #1 Best Place to Live in Colorado by USA Today, Grand Junction is worth checking out.
Alongside your team, you will perform psychiatric evaluations, therapeutic interventions, diagnostic assessments, medication evaluation and management, suicide risk assessments, and overall care of patients with psychiatric disorders. You will serve as a mental health team leader for coordinating consults and triage of specialty clinic referrals. Your Admin responsibilities will include development and oversight of programs and procedures within Mental Health and work alongside the Service Chief for a seat at the table to ensure effectiveness of policies and procedures for the department. You may also participate in the supervision and teaching to support the psychiatric residency program.Basic Requirements:Medical Doctor (MD or DO) and Certification with active and unrestricted DEA license to prescribe medicationCurrent, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any US stateResidency Training: Physicians must have completed US residency trainingDemonstrated multidisciplinary experience with inpatient and outpatient care services in acute Psychiatric settingsPreferred experience: 2+ years of managerial, supervisory experience in a clinical settingOn-call duty is required as a part of this rolePosition Highlights:Strong work/life balance
at a mid-sized facility with a strong patient focusPaid Time Off:
50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 annual leave, 13 sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)Education Reimbursement:
Eligible for reimbursement of education costsExcellent Federal Benefits:Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5-year vest) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance:
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 US State or territoryCME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage providedNo Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlightingWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm (can vary)Compensation:
Competitive base salary + sign-on bonus + annual bonus range $300k - $336k. Financial assistance for relocation is available. Student loan reimbursement program if meet eligibility requirements.About Grand Junction, Colorado and the VA Medical Center:The Grand Junction VAMC services those who serve our country providing critical medical services including acute and chronic inpatient and outpatient care. The facility consists of 53-bed capabilities for surgical procedures, specialty care, psychiatric in/outpatient services, as well as a Community Living Center, and social programs and services. The service area encompasses western Colorado and eastern Utah regions and includes the primary VAMC plus four satellite clinics.Grand Junction is an outdoor recreational hub; a medium-size metro area set in the high desert and mesas of the Rocky Mountains. Come enjoy the majestic beauty and mild climate of the western Colorado canyons and countryside. Recognized as 2024s #1 Best Place to Live in Colorado by USA Today, Grand Junction is worth checking out.