Physician; Psychiatry

Summary

North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health Care System's Mental Health Service is searching for a full-time Psychiatrist at its Ocala, FL VA Clinic. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program; possess good organizational skills; demonstrate leadership in a patient‑centered program and effective communication with patients, families, and visitors.

To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) 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.

• United States Citizenship:
  Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Education:
  
  Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine, obtained from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• License and Registration:
  Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a state, territory, Commonwealth of the United States, or 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 (Psychiatry) leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Approved residencies include: (1) those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or (2) those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA); or (3) other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) deemed to provide appropriate professional training and a range of patient care experiences.
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs).
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee basis.
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged.
• PRPs have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision.
• English Language Proficiency:
  Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d). Reference: Visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Standards/.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Must pass a pre‑employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019 administered by VA Occupational Health. The position requires moderate lifting up to 44 lbs., carrying objects up to 15 lbs., frequent reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, hands and legs, use of cranes and motor vehicles, walking & standing up to 8 hours, bending and climbing, and ability to hear a whisper.
• The incumbent must be physically, emotionally and mentally stable in order to efficiently perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to themselves or others.

• This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled.
• Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
• Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made.
• This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are…