Staff Psychiatrist Job in Albany - 98153648 - ZAWQ2OOUOCOMG

Job Title:
Staff Psychiatrist

Department:
Department Of Veterans Affairs

Agency:
Veterans Health Administration

Job Announcement Number:
528D-11-133

SALARY RANGE:

Salary determined by Psychiatrist Professional Standards Board

OPEN PERIOD:
Tuesday, March 29, 2011 to Friday, September 30, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:VM-0602-0/0

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full-Time  Permanent

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy - Albany, NY

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified applicants.

JOB SUMMARY:

'The Best Care' - It's more than a motto for VA.  It's a concept that we wholeheartedly embrace in practicing state-of-the-art medicine: the best care for our patients, the best care for our staff.  The demands today on physicians are great.  That's why VA is committed to fostering a technologically advanced work environment for our physicians that is rewarding both professionally and personally.  Unlike their private-sector counterparts, VA physicians are able to spend more clinical time caring for patients and less time on administrative duties, thanks in part to our electronic medical record system.  VA physicians are also encouraged to take advantage of the many research and education opportunities available to them.  Consider a career as a VA physician and be rewarded by the essential role you'll play in helping VA keep the promise to those who served.

EDUCATION DEBT REDUCTION PROGRAM (EDRP):   The applicant(s) selected for this position will be eligible to apply for an education loan reimbursement award under the provisions of the Education Debt Reduction Program subject to availability of EDRP funding. 

Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Albany, NY

The incumbent will complete and oversee a variety of professional assignments for the treatment of patients afflicted with all spectrums and co-morbid conditions of mental disorders and substance abuse.The position encompasses and has the potential to work in multiple different settings, including inpatient, outpatient clinics, PTSD program, consult liaison, primary care, substance abuse, resident teaching and research.  Assignment will depend on the needs of the facility as well as the interests of the candidate.

English Language Proficiency:  Physicians appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoke and written English as required by 38 USC 7402(d), 7407(d).

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1) Incumbent must be a US Citizen or have proper authorization to work in the United States.

2) Have a degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in Psychiatry.The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

3) Possess and maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.

4) Be board certified/eligible in Psychiatry.

5) Be proficient in written and spoken English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7405(f).

You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.

You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in medicine for this position.

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.


BENEFITS:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
OTHER INFORMATION:This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.

You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.

The materials you send with your application will not be returned.

You will be required to serve a probationary period of 2 years.


HOW TO APPLY:

This announcement is open until filled.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early for best consideration.

Please send your CV to the following address:

Stratton VA Medical Center
Attn:  Mary Ellen Mahar (05)
Announcement Number:  528D-11-133
113 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Mary Ellen Mahar
Phone: 518-626-7091
Email: maryellen.mahar@va.gov Agency Information:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
113 Holland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.