Psychiatrist

Job description

Job Summary Board Certified / Board Eligible Psychiatrist Location: VA Loma Linda Healthcare System (VALLHS), Loma Linda, CA Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time, On-Site) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hours/week) Contract Period: Estimated July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 Position Overview: The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive mental health services to Veterans within the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. This role includes inpatient and/or outpatient care, supporting a diverse Veteran population with a wide range of psychiatric conditions. Primary Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Clinical Duties: - Perform psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses - Provide medication management and therapeutic interventions - Conduct suicide risk assessments and crisis intervention - Manage psychiatric emergencies, including hospitalization evaluations - Deliver care across settings: outpatient, inpatient, emergency department, and telehealth - Treat conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and substance use disorders Patient Care & Collaboration: - Provide care to diverse Veteran populations, including geriatric and post-deployment patients...