Psychiatrist - Amarillo VA Medical Center

The Amarillo VA Medical Center is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated Psychiatrist to become part of our compassionate and dynamic healthcare team. We are seeking a professional passionate about making a difference in the lives of our veterans through exceptional mental health care.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and Diagnose: Conduct thorough evaluations, diagnoses, and consultations for adult patients presenting with a variety of mental, behavioral, addictive, or emotional disorders. These include but are not limited to psychoses, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, adjustment disorders, behavior modification, and problems related to addiction and substance abuse (alcoholism and other drug dependencies, such as psychoactive drug use and addiction).
• Treatment and Consultation: Provide comprehensive treatment utilizing a wide range of psychological and social interventions, including medications, psychotherapy, family therapy, behavior modification, and emergency psychiatry.
• Perform Examinations: Conduct detailed History and Physical examinations to gain insights into patients' conditions and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Collaborate: Offer consultation services to physicians in other fields regarding mental, behavioral, or emotional disorders. Engage in multidisciplinary discussions to enhance patient care.
• Medication Management: Prescribe and manage pharmacotherapy, ensuring optimal medication regimens for patients.
• Order Diagnostics: Identify the need for, and order, appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests to support effective treatment planning.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position
• Monday to Friday
• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Why the Amarillo VA Medical Center?

• Impactful Work: Serve those who have served our nation. Your expertise will directly contribute to the well-being and quality of life of our veterans.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and collaborative setting.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous leave policies.

If you are passionate about mental health and eager to provide top-notch care to our veterans, we encourage you to apply and make a difference with the Amarillo VA Medical Center. Join us in our mission to provide exemplary healthcare services to those who have bravely served our country.

Apply Today! For more information or to apply, please send your CV to Jason.tafoya.

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