Psychiatrist at VA Hudson Valley, NY | Up to $290K + $200K Loan Repayment

Description

The Hudson Valley Health Care System is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide behavioral health services across multiple settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient units, primary care, the emergency department, and specialty programs like Substance Abuse and PTSD treatment. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, including mastery of DSM diagnostic criteria, treatment interventions, and psychopharmacology. You'll work with complex patients, provide education to families, and consult with professional staff on treatment plans. The position offers flexibility with tele-mental health options to serve CBOCs throughout the region. Recruitment incentives and student loan repayment through EDRP make this an excellent opportunity for psychiatrists ready to serve Veterans in the scenic Hudson Valley.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Providing psychiatric assessments and diagnosing mental disorders for complex patients via face-to-face and tele-mental health services
• Developing, implementing, and documenting treatment plans for an assigned caseload of patients
• Providing consultation to professional staff on clinical assessment findings and appropriate treatment approaches
• Educating patients, family members, and significant others about diagnoses and treatment options
• Assisting in implementing clinical programs and ensuring compliance with accrediting and regulatory standards
• Coordinating with other health care programs to effectively deliver services across the facility
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and mental health components of the Medical Center Strategic Plan
• Attending staff meetings, medical staff committees, and complying with peer review procedures

What you'll need to have:

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory
• Completed residency training in Psychiatry approved by ACGME or AOA
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Mastery of DSM diagnostic criteria, treatment interventions, and medication effects/side effects
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Job Details

A Look at Our Benefits:

• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) approved for this position
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligible: up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
• 50 to 55 days of paid time off per year, including 26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, and 11 federal holidays
• Traditional federal pension with 5-year vesting plus 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many programs carry into retirement)
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage provided
• Annual performance bonus and possible $1,000 CME reimbursement
• No physician employment contract and no significant moonlighting restrictions