Physician - Psychiatrist SUD Prescriber
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
Imagine a Monday through Friday schedule, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with no weekend or night shifts. This VA Psychiatrist role focuses on substance use disorder prescribing and comprehensive psychiatric care for veterans. You’ll conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and manage medications including buprenorphine.
The position involves interdisciplinary teamwork and participation in treatment meetings.
## Benefits include competitive salary, Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility with up to $200,000 loan repayment, 50-55 days paid time off, federal pension and 401K with match, and full insurance coverage. Malpractice coverage with tail is included. CME reimbursement up to $1,000 annually is available. No restrictive contracts or moonlighting limits. This role offers a stable schedule and excellent work-life balance. Ready to make a difference?
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Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Psychiatrist SUD Prescriber at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
This Psychiatry position at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Benefits package: Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200,000), 50-55 days paid time off per year, Traditional federal pension with 5 years vesting, Federal 401K with up to 5% employer contributions, Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care insurance, Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage, Possible $1,000 CME reimbursement per year, No physician employment contract. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (1)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
2mo ago
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