The Colonel Ola Lee Mize VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Guntersville, AL is Seeking a BC/BE Psychiatrist

The Colonel Ola Lee Mize Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) situated in Guntersville, AL is actively seeking a BC/BE Psychiatrist to join our mission-driven healthcare team!

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to serve our nation’s Veterans while enjoying work-life balance, a collaborative care model, and a community known for its lakefront living !

Position Overview:

Position Overview:

• Schedule: This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling options, including either four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days per week. Limited, phone-only call rotation
• Patient Load: The position includes 30 hours of direct patient care and 10 hours of administrative time per week. New patient intakes are scheduled for 60 minutes, while follow-up appointments are typically 30 minutes in duration. Patients are seen in-person or telehealth.
• Weekly Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) team meeting
• Faculty appointment opportunities
• Employment Type: Federal – with full VA benefits
• Paid Time Off: 50 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 days paid absence for CME)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) AND federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Competitive salary: $270,000 to $315,000 per year
• Annual Performance bonus of up to $15,000
• Education Debt Reduction Program: Eligible physicians can receive loan repayment assistance of up to $200,000 over five years.

Why You'll Love Living and Working in Guntersville, Alabama:

• Located on the banks of Lake Guntersville, boating, fishing, paddleboarding for water lovers
• Mountain views: Located in the Appalachian foothills
• Laid-back lifestyle: Quiet and peaceful, but with growing tourism appeal
• Active community: Farmer’s markets, seasonal festivals, and arts events
• Short drive to Huntsville: Around 45 minutes to a major city

• Ideal for families and retirees: Safe, friendly neighborhoods and great schools