Physician - Chief of Psychiatry - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive and EDRP Authorized

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.

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. The Chief of Psychiatry is a physician responsible for leadership and oversight of psychiatric practice within the Fargo VA Health Care System. The incumbent provides psychiatric clinical care to Veterans and ensures delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and cost-effective services across the Mental Health Integrated Clinical Community (ICC). The Chief of Psychiatry directs the psychiatric section in alignment with national, VISN, and facility goals; ensures compliance with VHA policies, Joint Commission standards, and medical staff bylaws; oversees interdisciplinary coordination; and collaborates closely with the Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) for Mental Health ICC to ensure effective clinical and administrative management. Core Clinical Responsibilities Performs duties and responsibilities of a psychiatrist (60%), including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, crisis intervention, and documentation. Ensures all patient documentation is completed in accordance with established facility and VHA requirements, including timely entries in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Leadership Responsibilities Interprets and supports the VISN mission, vision, and values while ensuring compliance with VHA, VISN, and facility policies (40%). Provides direction and support regarding clinical practices, psychiatric equipment, procedural updates, and technology changes. Ensures compliance with Joint Commission and other accrediting agencies. Participates in and documents performance improvement activities, internal and external reviews, and accreditation processes. Serves as an active member of medical center committees. Integrated Clinical Community Responsibilities Provides leadership and coordination for Mental Health ICC teams. Ensures compliance with ICC standards, policies, and expectations. Oversees interdisciplinary communication and case coordination across psychiatry, psychology, social work, nursing, and other disciplines. Monitors ICC metrics such as access, quality, timeliness, and outcomes. Collaborates with Suicide Prevention, PCMHI, BHIP, SUD programs, and other services to ensure continuity of care. Ensures effective use of case management processes, care coordination tools, and recovery-oriented approaches. Participates in strategic planning and program development related to interdisciplinary care delivery. Supports compliance with documentation requirements, performance measures, and SAIL metrics. Additional Duties Performs other duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): A recruitment/relocation incentive is authorized for highly qualified applicants. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@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, 8:00am - 4:30pm.

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.