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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
04/21/2025 to 05/06/2025
$285,000 - $320,000 per year
VM 15
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
15
Yes
Yes
CBTA-12720592-25-MTS
835600900
Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. If you are not a current permanent employee of the Veterans Health Administration, you are required to upload all relevant education transcripts and licensure in order to be considered for this position. If you are a current permanent employee of the Veterans Health Administration in this occupational series, you may upload a recent SF-50 in lieu of education and licensure.
This position will have administrative oversight and supervisory responsibility for the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) Teams, Mental Health CONNECT, and Trauma Recovery Services Teams at the CBOCs and the North Battlefield Clinic. This is a multi-disciplinary position that will be advertised as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHCs), Social Worker.
Program Administrative/Supervisory Responsibilities
Administrative oversight of the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Programs (BHIPs), MH CONNECT, and Trauma Recovery Services (TRS).Ensures the quality and safety of the care, treatment and services.
Assist in identification of important aspects of care.
Responsible for the oversight of 140 FTEE to include psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, psychology technicians, marriage and family therapists, LPMHCs, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Liaisons in collaboration with the Chief of MHBS, the CBOC Administrator, Health Administration Service, Primary Care at the CBOCs, and Nursing Services.
Responsible for ensuring that the BHIP and TRS program meet all applicable practice requirements and standards. Responsible for the professional, management, and administrative aspects of all of these teams.
Coordinates multiple legs of the program across sites using data-driven processes, and implements action plans based on this data analysis.
Supervisory responsibilities include ongoing evaluation of staffing needs and personnel assignments.
Monitors and ensures compliance with Joint Commission and other accreditation bodies.
Academic/Teaching
Supports and ensures compliance on the part of assigned staff support of resident/PA/NP/DO student supervision policy, clinical reminders, completion of encounters and notes, performance measures and indicators.
Plans and oversees the completion of personal research programs.
Serves as a consultant to other medical center staff and trainees.
Process owner for Implementation of Clinical Programs/Projects.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provides support and clinical oversight for the caregiver support program.
Will work with interdisciplinary team to determine initial and continued eligibility for previously approved dyads.
Will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide treatment recommendations and plans in conjunction with Veterans clinical care team
Coordinates with the care team and the eligibility assessment team, through subordinates monitors the well-being of the Veteran as well as ongoing or changes in care needs.
Provides a full range of medical services including assessment and using the most appropriate techniques in providing quality care.
Performs appropriate evaluation and management of patients to include ordering of diagnostic tests and consultations.
Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions to units/programs.
Participates effectively in team meetings and treatment planning conferences.
Documentation of care in the medical record in keeping with the bylaws of the Medical Center.
Provides supervisory oversight for residents, fellows, medical students, PA students.
Provides supervisory oversight of the clinical care of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
Provides medical consultations and cross coverage in the Domiciliary, inpatient unit, homeless programs and other mental health clinics.
Ensures that the practice of medicine is consistent with Joint Commission, CARF, VA policies and procedures, clinical practice guidelines, VISN standards, national statutes and regulations, medical record documentation, mandatory continuing education, and HIPPA policies.
Other related duties as assigned.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.
Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for highly qualified candidates
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact veronica.richardson3@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.
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