Posted July 30, 2026
Psychiatry - Physician
Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) - Veterans Health Administration
Phoenix, Arizona 85001, United States
Full-Time
Reference: 3146053809
Elevate Your Career with Exceptional Benefits:
What You'll Do:
You'll provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services, including face-to-face and telepsychiatry. Key functions include:
Why Choose the VA?
Being a VA Psychiatrist offers unparalleled professional growth, allowing you to focus on patients' needs while enjoying excellent benefits:
Phoenix, the capital city of Arizona, is renowned for its sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and vibrant urban life. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix offers:
Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for CME.
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements and submit an EDRP application within four months of their start date. Program approval, award amount, and eligibility period are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office.
Embark on a rewarding journey by becoming a Psychiatrist with the Phoenix VA Health Care System-apply now!
- 50-55 Days of PTO
- $200,000 Student Loan Repayment
- Sign-On Bonus
- Outstanding VA Benefits
What You'll Do:
You'll provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services, including face-to-face and telepsychiatry. Key functions include:
- Individual psychotherapy
- Crisis intervention
- Psycho-pharmacotherapy
- Consultation/liaison
- Patient education
Why Choose the VA?
Being a VA Psychiatrist offers unparalleled professional growth, allowing you to focus on patients' needs while enjoying excellent benefits:
- Work Schedule : Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (compressed work schedule may be available)
- Competitive Pay : Based on your training, experience, and local labor market
- Annual Performance Pay : Up to an additional $15,000 per year
- Guaranteed Salary Increases
- No Employment Contracts : No non-compete clauses or restrictive covenants
- Generous PTO : 26 days vacation, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, plus 5 days for CME
- Retirement Plans : Federal Retirement Plan and a separate 401K with partial agency match
- Comprehensive Insurance : Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Education Debt Reduction Program : Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
- Nationwide Mobility : Relocate without losing benefits, vacation, or pay
- Malpractice Coverage : Under federal tort laws
- Licensure : One unrestricted U.S. medical license allows you to work at any VA facility
Phoenix, the capital city of Arizona, is renowned for its sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and vibrant urban life. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix offers:
- Year-round outdoor activities
- World-class resorts and golf courses
- A thriving culinary and cocktail scene
- Rich cultural institutions and arts
Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for CME.
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements and submit an EDRP application within four months of their start date. Program approval, award amount, and eligibility period are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office.
Embark on a rewarding journey by becoming a Psychiatrist with the Phoenix VA Health Care System-apply now!
