Inpatient Psychiatrist - G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center- Jackson, MS
Updated 11/03/25
$290,000
– $310,000
yearly
39216, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center is seeking a full time Gastroenterologist.
The major duties of a Physician - Inpatient Psychiatrist include but are not limited to:
- Psychiatrist will focus on the assessment/evaluation and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of mental health conditions, including, but not limited to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and other related conditions.
- Writes prescriptions for medications, including controlled medications which require a DEA number.
- Initiates consultation by and referral to other services as indicated.
- Educates staff hospital wide about psychiatric needs of patients; how to handle; what to expect; etc.
- Works with families of patients receiving psychiatric care.
- Experienced in performing evaluation and providing treatment to clients in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Experienced in working closely with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to provide state-of-the-art mental health care including medication management, treatment planning and other specialized services as needed
- Participates in after hours call schedule as needed
Job Responsibilities
Likely starting base salary range: $290,000.00 - $310,000.00
Malpractice: Liability protection
50-55 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 day paid absence for CME)
Federal Retirement Plan
Separate 401K with partial agency match
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Board certified or Board eligible in psychiatry
Working Hours
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