Psychiatrist - General Mental Health (GMH) - Modesto, CA
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Modesto
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
The VA Northern California Health Care System (NCHCS) is
currently recruiting for full-time, board eligible/board certified
psychiatrists who are value-driven, recovery- and
diversity-oriented, and possess energy, compassion, and a pursuit
of excellence to join our General Mental Health (GMH) team at the
Modesto VA Outpatient Clinic. The incumbent will conduct review of
medical history, physical exams and mental status exams; complete
assessments and formulate diagnoses; develop treatment plans; and
order labs and/or radiological assessments for a wide variety of
mental disorders, through a multidisciplinary team approach. The
GMH Psychiatrist is responsible for the medication management of
patients as indicated in the treatment plan as well as facilitation
of medication support groups, evaluating and providing medical
clearance for patients presenting to the clinic who may need
psychiatric hospitalization, and assessment and intervention for
patients presenting in crisis.At this time only candidates
interested in onsite delivery of care will be considered. This is
not a remote or virtual assignment.Whether you're interested in
academics, research, or a better work/life balance, you'll find the
VA has a lot to offer, including the unmatched satisfaction you'll
get from caring for those who have served our country.Work
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm; Alternate Tour of duty
may be required to include evening hours and weekends.On-Call:
Weeknight and weekend telephone and on-site/virtual on-call duties
for either the Behavioral Health Intensive Care Unit (BHICU) at the
Sacramento VA Medical Center or Joint Inpatient Mental Health Unit
(JIMHU) located at Travis Air Force Base. On-call rotations last
one week, can be conducted from home, and are usually
Friday-Thursdays, including weekends and holidays. The rotations
may include discussion of potential admissions to the inpatient
psychiatric unit, evaluating patients requiring seclusion and
restraint, evaluating emergent psychiatric consults on the
medical/surgical, and rounding on the inpatient psychiatric unit
during weekends and holidays. Psychiatrists generally are on-call
three to five times per year depending on site.Recruitment or
Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Permanent Change
of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not AuthorizedEducation Debt
Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Position EligibleEDRP
Authorized: Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for
questions/assistanceCandidates must: 1) be a US citizen or PRA
(Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit
qualified citizens in accordance with [38 U.S.C. - 7407(a)]; 2)
possess a current, full, unrestricted medical license in any state,
3) board certified in BE/BC Psychiatry, and 4) and confirm
vaccination for seasonal influenza and Coronavirus Disease 2019
(COVID-19), which are both requirements for all Health Care
Personnel (HCP) employed by Department of Veterans Affairs.
Preferred experience: Board Certification in Psychiatry (or
intention to take Board exam)More About the Area:Modesto is
geographically at California's heart. Your experiences here will
reflect the warmth of our rich heritage and kind-hearted people.
While Modesto has transformed into one of the largest cities in
California with more than 208,839 residents, it has retained its
old-world charm and traditional values. Several historical
landmarks remain well preserved in town, now sitting side by side
with new additions, such as the Gallo Center for the Arts, Vintage
Faire Mall and modern medical centers. Modesto is your chance to
relax and stay awhile. Enjoy our quality accommodations, incredible
food and wonderful entertainment. You can experience walking the
tree-lined streets, shopping at Vintage Faire or savoring a great
cup of coffee downtown.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards
package. .Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus,
regular salary increasesPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid
time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick
leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid
absence for CME)Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years
vesting) 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
reimbursementMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail
coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no
significant restriction on moonlighting
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