Assistant Chief of Psychiatry
Administrative Duties The supervisory psychiatrist in this position will also meet with patients who want to discuss issues about their care and resolve any patient complaints and grievances appropriately in a timely manner. The supervisory psychiatrist in this position also prepares Issue Briefs, answers congressional inquires as needed. The supervisory psychiatrist this position will be responsible for certain aspects of the Mental Health inpatient unit to include that the admissions and length of stay meets the Inter Qual Criteria, review NUMI, length of stay, bed control, and timely discharges The supervisory psychiatrist in this position will be responsible for preparing and implementing coverage to In Patient Psychiatric unit during non-administrative hours, holidays and weekends and prepares Psychiatrist on call schedule. The supervisory psychiatrist in this position is also responsible for the oversight of transfer request for admittance for our inpatient unit from other facilities (initial review done by inpatient psychiatrist). The supervisory psychiatrist in this position is also responsible for ensuring the medical staff is compliant with VHA, VISN, hospital, and accrediting body rules and regulations. The person in this position is also responsible and assists Chief of Psychiatry and BHSL Chief in preparing for JCAHO, SOARS, CAP, CARF and other related accreditation reviews. The supervisory psychiatrist is responsible for FPPE and OPPE for providers that the person supervises. The supervisory psychiatrist will assist Chief of Psychiatry or BHSL Chief in recruitment of psychiatrists, midlevel providers. The supervisory psychiatrist covers Chief of Psychiatry or BHSL Chief's office when required. Clinical Duties Initial Psychiatric Evaluation of veterans to establish diagnosis and management plan, to develop a treatment plan including medication management, ordering of pertinent laboratory and radiology tests, and disposition of these patients. Appropriate consultation from specialists/ancillary services and communicate pertinent medical information to other health care providers/institutions. Documentation of all diagnostic and treatment information, and related reports into the computerized patient record system (CPRS) on the day of the visit. Documentation of health care provided, including all physician orders, must satisfy Department of Veteran Affairs and local VAMC policies/procedures, as well as meet external accreditation agency requirements for safe delivery of patient care. The physician must possess computer skills to access the CPRS as utilized by the VAMC. Orientation to CPRS will be provided by the VAMC. Prescription of medications for patients according to the established drug formulary at this facility. Variance form the formulary should occur only when clinically indicated and in compliance with the procedures established. Any administrative requirement for referral and/or transfer to another medical facility will be completed by Health Administration Service personnel, and only as approved by the Chief of Staff or designee prior to transfer to an non- VA facility. Performance of services within the VA policies and procedures and the regulations of the Medical Staff By-Laws of the VAMC. Psychiatric consultation to other services at the VAMC and associated community clinics when required. Work Schedule:
8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Rotational Psychiatry On-Call for weekday evenings/nights, weekends and Federal Holiday coverage might be required Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Rotational Psychiatry On-Call for weekday evenings/nights, weekends and Federal Holiday coverage might be required Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
- Department:
0602 Medical Officer - Salary Range:
$115,000 to $306,600 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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