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Three Outstanding Psychiatry Opportunities – Dallas VA Medical Center | Dallas, Texas
Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 Dallas, US
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Job description
<p><strong>Transform Veterans' Lives Through Addiction & Mental Health Care</strong></p><p><strong>Make a lasting impact. Advance your career. Enjoy exceptional quality of life.</strong></p><p>The VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS), one of the largest and busiest VA healthcare systems in the nation, is seeking compassionate, mission-driven Psychiatrists to join our growing Mental Health Service in Dallas, Texas.</p><p>Whether your passion is <strong>addiction psychiatry</strong>,<strong> residential treatment</strong>,<strong> homelessness outreach</strong>, <strong>or outpatient substance use care</strong>, we have an opportunity for you.</p><hr><p><strong>Why Choose the Dallas VA?</strong></p><p>Serve Those Who Served Our Nation<br> Federal Employment & Outstanding Job Security<br> Competitive Compensation<br> Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Loan Repayment Opportunities<br> Recruitment & Relocation Incentives Available<br> No Production Quotas or RVU Pressures<br> 50+ Days Paid Time Off Annually (Vacation, Sick Leave & Federal Holidays)<br> Federal Pension (FERS) & Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with Government Match<br> Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Insurance<br> Paid CME & Professional Development Support<br> Academic Appointments & Teaching Opportunities<br> Work-Life Balance with Monday-Friday Schedules</p><hr><p><strong>Opportunity #1</strong></p><p><strong>Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) Psychiatrist</strong></p><p>Join a highly respected residential treatment team dedicated to helping Veterans overcome substance use disorders and reclaim their lives.</p><p><strong>Position Highlights</strong></p><ul><li><p>Provide psychiatric assessment, consultation, medication management, and treatment planning</p></li><li><p>Work within a multidisciplinary addiction treatment team</p></li><li><p>Treat Veterans with:</p><ul><li><p>Substance Use Disorders</p></li><li><p>PTSD</p></li><li><p>Mood Disorders</p></li><li><p>Anxiety Disorders</p></li><li><p>Psychotic Disorders</p></li><li><p>Co-occurring Medical and Psychiatric Conditions</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Opportunity to teach:</p><ul><li><p>Medical Students</p></li><li><p>Psychiatry Residents</p></li><li><p>Addiction Psychiatry Fellows</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Supervise Advanced Practice Providers</p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Buprenorphine treatment experience required</p></li><li><p>Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship preferred</p></li><li><p>Experience treating substance use disorders strongly preferred</p></li></ul><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM<br><strong>Call:</strong> Light call responsibilities</p><hr><p><strong>Opportunity #2</strong></p><p><strong>Homeless Domiciliary Psychiatrist</strong></p><p>Help Veterans experiencing homelessness achieve stability, recovery, and independence through comprehensive psychiatric care in a residential setting.</p><p><strong>Position Highlights</strong></p><ul><li><p>Provide psychiatric care to Veterans residing in the Homeless Domiciliary Program</p></li><li><p>Manage complex psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial conditions</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with an interdisciplinary treatment team</p></li><li><p>Participate in educational activities and trainee supervision</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to support one of the VA's most impactful missions</p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Board Eligible or Board Certified Psychiatry</p></li><li><p>Buprenorphine treatment experience highly preferred</p></li><li><p>Experience with virtual care platforms preferred</p></li></ul><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM<br><strong>Call:</strong> Light call responsibilities</p><hr><p><strong>Opportunity #3</strong></p><p><strong>Gold Team Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Psychiatrist</strong></p><p>Join our specialized outpatient addiction psychiatry team and provide life-changing care to Veterans battling substance use disorders.</p><p><strong>Position Highlights</strong></p><ul><li><p>Work in a dynamic outpatient addiction treatment program</p></li><li><p>Provide care through:</p><ul><li><p>Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic</p></li><li><p>Opioid Replacement Program</p></li><li><p>Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Treat Veterans with:</p><ul><li><p>Substance Use Disorders</p></li><li><p>PTSD</p></li><li><p>Mood Disorders</p></li><li><p>Anxiety Disorders</p></li><li><p>Serious Mental Illness</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Academic and teaching opportunities available</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with a highly experienced multidisciplinary team</p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Buprenorphine treatment experience required</p></li><li><p>Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship preferred</p></li><li><p>Board Eligible or Board Certified preferred</p></li></ul><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM<br><strong>Call:</strong> Rotating inpatient coverage only a few times per year</p><hr><p><strong>Academic & Research Opportunities</strong></p><p>The Dallas VA is affiliated with University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and multiple academic institutions, providing opportunities to:</p><ul><li><p>Teach medical students, residents, and fellows</p></li><li><p>Participate in clinical research</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with nationally recognized faculty</p></li><li><p>Contribute to innovations in:</p><ul><li><p>Addiction Psychiatry</p></li><li><p>PTSD</p></li><li><p>Mood Disorders</p></li><li><p>Homelessness Research</p></li><li><p>Mental Health Recovery Programs</p></li></ul></li></ul><hr><p><strong>Live and Thrive in Dallas, Texas</strong></p><p>Dallas offers something for everyone:</p><p>Award-Winning Restaurants & Culinary Experiences<br> Performing Arts & Theaters<br> Live Music & Entertainment Districts<br> Major Professional Sports Teams<br> Two International Airports for Easy Travel<br> Beautiful Parks & Outdoor Recreation<br> Thriving Economy & Affordable Cost of Living Compared to Other Major Metropolitan Areas</p><p>From vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions to family-friendly communities and world-class dining, Dallas provides an exceptional place to live, work, and build a career.</p><hr><p><strong>Ready to Learn More?</strong></p><p><strong>Join a healthcare system where your work truly matters.</strong></p><p><strong>Interested candidates should forward their CV/resume immediately to:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" href="mailto:Terrance.Anderson@va.gov"><strong>Terrance.Anderson@va.gov</strong></a></p><p><strong>Terry Anderson</strong><br>National Healthcare Recruiter & Consultant<br>Department of Veterans Affairs</p><p><strong>Serve those who served. Build a meaningful career. Make a difference every day at the Dallas VA Medical Center.</strong></p>
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