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Physician-Psychiatry Medical Director

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent supervisory job as a Psychiatry Medical Director at the Veterans Health Administration, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. It is an open continuous announcement with 1 vacancy, and it may be used to fill more vacancies later. The job leads psychiatric and behavioral health programs and also provides direct patient care.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

It may close early. This announcement may close before the closing date without notice once the position is filled, and qualified applicants are referred to the selecting official every two weeks starting November 9, 2026.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to the public, but you must be a U.S. citizen, national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S. Non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.

What you would do

  • Lead strategic direction for all psychiatric and behavioral health programs.
  • Set clinical standards for evidence-based, recovery-oriented psychiatric care.
  • Supervise and mentor psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and psychiatry residents.
  • Oversee diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention.
  • Ensure compliance with VA, VHA, VISN, and facility policies and accreditation standards.
  • Provide direct psychiatric care for complex cases as needed.

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With education: You need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an approved school. You also need residency training in an approved core specialty program that leads to board certification eligibility. Other paths include approved training followed by two years of independent practice, or non-U.S. training followed by three years of verified U.S. independent practice.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, Commonwealth, or D.C.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • C.V. and/or resume
  • SF-50 if you are a current federal employee
  • Completed occupational questionnaire
  • DD-214 showing dates and character of service if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 with proof if you claim 10-point veterans' preference
  • Active duty separation documents if you expect discharge within 120 days and claim preference

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications. Your application, resume, C.V., and other documents will be verified, and errors or omissions may hurt your chances. Pre-employment reference checks are performed, and veterans get preference when qualifications are about equal.

Tips for this job:

  • Attach a C.V. or resume that clearly shows your residency, board certification, and license details.
  • If you claim veterans' preference, send your DD-214 and SF-15 with proof, since documentation is required to award it.
  • Because referrals happen every two weeks and the announcement may close early, apply as soon as you can.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, subject to change based on agency need.

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment or relocation incentives such as a sign-on bonus may be authorized. Relocation expenses may be reimbursed per agency policy. The Education Debt Reduction Program may be available for eligible positions, with awards up to $200,000. Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship, with limited exceptions
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable identification (REAL ID required)
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period
  • Physical duties include standing, walking, computer use, and light lifting under 15 lbs

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$145,000 – $335,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
Yes
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CBTB-13101355-27-JP

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