What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician (Psychiatrist) position at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs?
This position is eligible for E ducation Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.
You must meet eligibility requirements per VHA policy.
You must submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment.
EDRP Approval, award (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by VHA Education Loan Repayment Services.
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
For questions, email VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov .
Duties :
The Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Health Care operates a comprehensive behavioral health program, providing excellent Veteran-focused mental health care. The Behavioral Health Department offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including telehealth appointments. We provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being.
Requirements :
Qualifications : To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements listed in the job announcement.
Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Basic Requirements :
- United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
- Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
- Residency Training : Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
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Salary : $200,000
