Physician (Psychiatrist)

Terrestris Global Solutions•Loma Linda, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Physician (Psychiatrist) to support the Veteran community in the Loma Linda, CA area. This position is open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals. The role involves supporting the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHS) within the Behavioral Health Service. Provided care shall cover the full range of duties and responsibilities of an inpatient and/or outpatient Staff Board Certified/Board Eligible Psychiatrist, as needed by VALLHS. You will provide direct and indirect services to eligible Veterans including clinical assessments, treatment, and determining priorities requiring independent judgment, improving organizational and communication skills, and shall utilize an interdisciplinary approach in the provision of these services. Additionally, you will provide clinical assessments, diagnoses, medication management, crisis intervention, be effective in managing psychiatric emergencies (e.g., assessments for potential psychiatric hospitalization), and other therapeutic treatments (e.g., psychotherapy interventions), as needed in inpatient or outpatient settings, including the Emergency Department at VALLHS.

Requirements

Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
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.
Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
Completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
If selected, candidates will need to complete credentialing and onboarding requirements consistent with VA medical staff processes.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the VA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support of the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHS) within the Behavioral Health Service.
Provided care shall cover the full range of duties and responsibilities of an inpatient and/or outpatient Staff Board Certified/Board Eligible Psychiatrist, as needed by VALLHS.
Provide direct and indirect services to eligible Veterans including clinical assessments, treatment, and determining priorities requiring independent judgment, improving organizational and communication skills, and shall utilize an interdisciplinary approach in the provision of these services.
Provide clinical assessments, diagnoses, medication management, crisis intervention, be effective in managing psychiatric emergencies (e.g., assessments for potential psychiatric hospitalization), and other therapeutic treatments (e.g., psychotherapy interventions), as needed in inpatient or outpatient settings, including the Emergency Department at VALLHS.