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Now is the time to take your career to the next level and become part of the high-caliber talent that is VA. Experience what 250,000 current VA employees already have -state-of-the art practice settings, access to the latest technology, a multi-disciplinary team environment and the opportunity to provide the men and women who have bravely served this country with the finest patient care, benefits and customer satisfaction. And with VA Patient Satisfaction Scores leading the healthcare industry, you'll be joining one of the most respected facilities in the Nation.

JOB SUMMARY:

Vacancy Identification Number -  590421

 

The Boise VA Medical Center is currently recruiting for a highly qualified Clinical Psychiatrist to join our Behavioral Health team.  A successful candidate will be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry at the time of application.

Pay for this position is determined by a Physicians Compensation Panel and is based on education and experience. 

This announcement can be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Must possess a valid Drivers License.

 

Tour of Duty:  Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm

DUTIES:

The Boise VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time board certified/board eligible general psychiatrist. The psychiatrist will function as a highly skilled, independent care provider in the management of patients with behavioral health problems; carry a caseload and provide consultation to Behavioral  Health, Primary Care, and other clinical programs within the Boise VA Healthcare system, community agencies, and other clinicians caring for our veterans; be responsible to one or more Behavioral Health programs either on the main campus or at outlying clinics associated with the Boise VA Medical Center, and may participate in tele-psychiatry duties.  An integral duty of this position is clinical supervision and training of medical students and residents associated with the University Of Washington (UW), Department Of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and may require the incumbent to maintain a faculty appointment with UW; must effectively collaborate with multiple disciplines within behavioral health and medical/surgical specialties.

                                                                                                             

The Department of Veterans Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station is the relocation of a household due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. For more information go to  http://vaww.fscdirect.fsc.va.gov/pcs.asp.

 

Education Debt Reduction Program and/or Student Loan Repayment Program benefits may be offered.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship

• Full unrestricted license to practice in a state or territory required.

• Must pass pre-employment examination.

• Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.

• Background and/or Security Investigation required.

• Written and Spoken English Language Proficiency required.

Bring your expertise to VA and be valued as part of a team that is recognized and respected for significant contributions to medicine. You'll enjoy a patient-focused environment, terrific benefits and incentives, and the ability to practice at any VA facility in the country.

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