Psychiatrist

Leadership opportunity for a Psychiatrist in Phoenix!

The Phoenix VA Health Care System is seeking a psychiatrist to serve as the Associate Chief of Staff of the Mental Health Service. This position reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Staff and is responsible for setting overall goals for the Mental Health Service. This is your chance to make a profound impact on the lives of Veterans while advancing in your career and enjoying exceptional work-life balance.

The Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) provides outstanding health care, trains America’s future health care providers, and conducts important medical research. PVAHCS opened its doors in service to Veterans in 1951 and today provides world class health care to more than 130,000 Veterans across the valley. PVAHCS is one of the leading health care systems serving Veterans in the VA Desert Pacific Network with the largest number of enrolled Veterans in the region. PVAHCS facilities include the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center, 12 community-based outpatient clinics in Gilbert, Globe, Payson, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Show Low, and Surprise, and a Community Resource Center in Phoenix that focuses on Homeless Veteran programs and services. We also operate a Mobile Medical Unit to provide care to Veterans who can’t easily visit one of our facilities.

Why Choose the VA?

Being a physician at VA offers unparalleled professional growth, allowing you to focus on patients’ needs while enjoying excellent benefits:

• Work Schedule : Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Competitive Pay : Based on your training, experience, and local labor market

• Annual Performance Pay : Up to an additional $15,000 per year

• No Employment Contracts : No non-compete clauses or restrictive covenants

• Generous PTO : 26 days of vacation, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, plus 5 days for CME*

• Retirement Plans : Federal Retirement Plan and a plan similar to a 401(k) with partial agency match

• Comprehensive Insurance : Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

• Nationwide Mobility : Relocate without losing benefits, vacation, or pay

• Malpractice Coverage : Under federal tort laws

• Licensure : One unrestricted U.S. medical license allows you to work at any VA facility

Preferred Experience:

VA or Clinical Supervisory Experience. You must be a seasoned clinician who demonstrates extensive and progressive leadership experience both as a clinician and administrator. Exceptional interpersonal skills as well as operational, financial, and clinical skills are essential. You must have the ability to meet VA established performance measure goals and possess a thorough knowledge of the standards of the Veterans Health Administration and other accrediting bodies.

Why Phoenix?

Phoenix, the capital city of Arizona, is renowned for its sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and vibrant urban life. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix offers:

• Year-round outdoor activities

• World-class resorts and golf courses

• A thriving culinary and cocktail scene

• Rich cultural institutions and arts

• Professional sports teams to include football, basketball, and baseball

Join us in Phoenix, “The Valley of the Sun,” where professional fulfillment meets an adventurous and fulfilling lifestyle.

Ready to join our team? Email your CV to Timothy A. Bernau at or call today!

*Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for CME.