Staff Psychiatrist

At the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, we are seeking a dedicated Staff Psychiatrist to provide exceptional mental healthcare to America's Veterans. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and treatments across inpatient and outpatient settings while collaborating with an integrated multidisciplinary team. Enjoy a balanced schedule and a mission-driven career that makes a lasting impact on the lives of those who served.

Practice Info

• Located at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia
• Comprehensive mental healthcare across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Integrated mental healthcare environment with multidisciplinary teams

Shift & Schedule

• Primarily weekday schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, or as determined by the service

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating Veterans with acute, chronic, and complex psychiatric conditions
• Developing individualized treatment plans using evidence-based therapies and medication management
• Supporting suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and behavioral health stabilization
• Partnering with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, coordinated care
• Supporting continuity of care and positive patient outcomes
• Participating in clinical education, mentorship, and performance improvement initiatives

Compensation

• Competitive federal physician compensation
• Potential recruitment or relocation incentives, when authorized

Benefits

• Federal retirement pension through FERS
• Thrift Savings Plan with government contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Generous annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays
• Federal life insurance options
• Continuing medical education and professional development opportunities
• Potential eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program assistance, if approved for the position
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree meeting VA physician qualification standards (preferred)
• Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency (preferred)
• A current, full, and unrestricted U.S. medical license (preferred)
• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry, as applicable (preferred)
• A commitment to evidence-based, Veteran-centered mental healthcare (preferred)
• Candidates must satisfy applicable VA appointment, credentialing, and privileging requirements
• H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship available