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Job description
Summary
Nonconnah Boulevard VA Clinic – Memphis, TN is recruiting a full‑time Psychiatrist to serve as a Mental Health Physician. This position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
United States citizenship (non‑citizens may be appointed only under VA policy)
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from an approved VA school
Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
Completed residency in an accredited core specialty program approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (ACGME or AOA)
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Physical requirements consistent with VA Directive 5019
Basic Requirements
Residency must be completed by an approved qualifying body (ACGME or AOA)
Approved residency or equivalent training as per VA policies; current residents may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) on an intermittent basis
Eligible for general VA and non‑resident training exceptions in rare circumstances as approved by the Facility Director
Current license to practice in the U.S. and proficiency in English
Duties
Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and develop treatment plans
Conduct comprehensive examinations and medical work‑ups
Document patient care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
Coordinate with community mental health programs and ambulatory services for discharge planning and follow‑up
Participate in supervision of residents and medical students in outpatient psychiatry and emergency services
Maintain accreditation and compliance with VA quality standards, JCHACO, CARF, OIG, infection control, safety, and other VA policies
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50–55 days annually (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for CME)
Traditional federal pension after 5 years of service and VA 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution
Federal insurance: health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care
Malpractice coverage with tail coverage provided
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) available – up to $200,000 over 1–5 years for qualified individuals (previous EDRP participants are ineligible)
No physician employment contract; freedom to moonlight
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Worksite address
memphis, TN, 37544, US
Who can apply
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