Exciting Psychiatrist Opportunity in Phoenix!
Elevate Your Career with Exceptional Benefits:
- 50-55 Days of PTO
- $200,000 Student Loan Repayment
- Sign-On Bonus
- Outstanding VA Benefits
The Phoenix VA Health Care System has immediate openings for talented Psychiatrists at our Phoenix medical center and outpatient clinics. This is your chance to make a profound impact on the lives of Veterans while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.
What You'll Do:
You’ll provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services, including face-to-face and telepsychiatry. Key functions include:
- Individual psychotherapy
- Crisis intervention
- Psycho-pharmacotherapy
- Consultation/liaison
- Patient education
You'll work in a secure and dignified environment, focusing on the least restrictive approach to ensure the well-being of your patients.
Why Choose the VA?
Being a VA Psychiatrist offers unparalleled professional growth, allowing you to focus on patients’ needs while enjoying excellent benefits:
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (compressed work schedule may be available)
- Competitive Pay: Based on your training, experience, and local labor market
- Annual Performance Pay: Up to an additional $15,000 per year
- Guaranteed Salary Increases
- No Employment Contracts: No non-compete clauses or restrictive covenants
- Generous PTO: 26 days vacation, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, plus 5 days for CME*
- Retirement Plans: Federal Retirement Plan and a separate 401K with partial agency match
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Education Debt Reduction Program: Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment**
- Nationwide Mobility: Relocate without losing benefits, vacation, or pay
- Malpractice Coverage: Under federal tort laws
- Licensure: One unrestricted U.S. medical license allows you to work at any VA facility
Why Phoenix?
Phoenix, the capital city of Arizona, is renowned for its sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and vibrant urban life. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix offers:
- Year-round outdoor activities
- World-class resorts and golf courses
- A thriving culinary and cocktail scene
- Rich cultural institutions and arts
Join us in Phoenix, “The Valley of the Sun,” where professional fulfillment meets an adventurous and fulfilling lifestyle.
Ready to join our team? Email your CV to Timothy A. Bernau at timothy.bernau@va.gov or call 623-920-1304 today!
*Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for CME.
**This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements and submit an EDRP application within four months of their start date. Program approval, award amount, and eligibility period are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office. For questions or assistance, contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov.
Embark on a rewarding journey by becoming a Psychiatrist with the Phoenix VA Health Care System—apply now!
Contact Information
To learn more, e-mail your CV to Timothy A. Bernau at timothy.bernau@va.gov or call 623-920-1304!
