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Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration |
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Richmond, VA
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Job Announcement Number:
VISN6-09-T38-006TOL
Physician - Psychiatrist, Mental Health Service
SALARY RANGE: 96,539.00 - 175,000.00 USD per year
To be determined by the Professional Standards Board based on education, experience, and qualifications.OPEN PERIOD: Friday, March 13, 2009
to Friday, March 12, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: VM-0602-15/15POSITION INFORMATION: Full-TimePermanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 15DUTY LOCATIONS: vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: multiple duty locations - click here for more info
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
JOB SUMMARY:
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): NEGOTIABLE
Relocation/Recruitment Incentive:NEGOTIABLE
Position may be located in any of the VISN 6 Medical Centers or Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs).
The Mid Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6) has 8 medical centers ranging in complexity from Level 1A- Level 3 with locations in NC, VA, and WV.We offer affiliations with major medical schools offering teaching and research opportunities.Our Mental Health services are second to none and we are looking for highly motivated staff to join our team.
For information about VISN 6 go to http://www.visn6.va.gov
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. CitizenshipLicensure, Certification, or Registration required.Must pass pre-employment examination.Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.Background and/or Security Investigation required.
Send Mail to:
VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network
300 West Morgan Street, Suite 1450
Durham, NC 27701
US
Fax: 919-956-7152
For questions about this job:
Vanessa Proctor
Phone: 919-956-5541
Fax: 919-956-7152
Email: visn6swatstaffingunit@va.gov
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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VISN6-09-T38-006TOL
Physician - Psychiatrist, Mental Health Service
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2:
(a) Citizenship:Must be a citizen of the United States
(b) Education: Doctor of medicine degree or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
(c) Licensure and Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, Territory, or commonwealth of the US, or in the District of Columbia.
(d) First-Year Residency (Internship):Completed a first year residency, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which it was completed.
(e) Physical Standards
(f) English Language Proficiency: Physicians appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402 (d) and 7407 (d).
(g) Certification:Certification by the American Specialty Board preferred.
To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. We will be unable to return these to you. You can receive credit for education received outside the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States when you apply.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.
You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in MD for this position. In some cases, these may be substituted for experience and education.
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
VISN6-09-T38-006TOL
Physician - Psychiatrist, Mental Health Service
Additional Duty Location Info:many vacancies - Durham, NCmany vacancies - Fayetteville, NCmany vacancies - Salisbury, NCmany vacancies - Hampton, VAmany vacancies - Roanoke or Salem, VAmany vacancies - Richmond, VAmany vacancies - Beckley, WVmany vacancies - Asheville, NC
MAJOR DUTIES:
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As a member of a multidisciplinary team he/she will focus on the assessment/evaluation and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of mental health conditions, including, but not limited to, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and other related conditions.The incumbent will work with veterans from all theaters of service, including, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.Providing clinical assessment/evaluation of veterans with difficult and complex mental health issues and then selecting from a variety of resources and clinical approaches including non-direct and cognitive behavior therapy, behavior modification, insight oriented methods, family therapy, relaxation training, and medication management, etc.Serves as a consultant and advisor to other professional staff and the community on the assessment, education, and treatment of veterans with complex clinical problems, such as PTSD and war zone related stress reactions.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
VISN6-09-T38-006TOL
Physician - Psychiatrist, Mental Health Service
BENEFITS:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
Opportunities are available in numerous locations and employees may transfer to new locations to further their career goals.
Alternative work schedule options are available.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
OTHER INFORMATION:
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This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
You will be required to serve a probationary period of 2 years.
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