Physician ( Psychiatry)

2 months ago
Camp Lejeune, North CarolinaFull TimePsychiatry

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.

About the Role

Join Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps as a Physician ( Psychiatry) in United States. Overview This position is located at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL) Camp Lejeune, NC. Physician (Psychiatry) Benefits: https://civilianmedicaljobs.

Key Responsibilities

  • versed to transition to any area as required. Provides continuing follow

Benefits & Compensation

  • 26 days PTO.
  • Malpractice insurance covered.
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps in United States.

Key Skills

PsychiatryConsultationTreatment ServicesPatient CareQuality AssuranceEvaluation TechniquesTherapeutic TreatmentCollaborationSupervisionProgram CoordinationResearchDocumentationTRICAREMental HealthSubstance AbuseCrisis Intervention

Requirements

Candidates must be US citizens and board eligible or certified in Psychiatry. A permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a relevant jurisdiction is also required.
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Position Insights

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA 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 Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatry, Consultation, Treatment Services, Patient Care, Quality Assurance, Evaluation Techniques, Therapeutic Treatment, Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: As a Physician Psychiatrist, you will provide psychiatric care and treatment services for patients with various mental health issues. You will also collaborate with other medical professionals and participate in quality assurance activities.

Benefits package: Competitive salary, Bonuses, Moving expenses, Full malpractice coverage, Up to 26 days paid vacation, 11 days paid Federal Holidays, Sick leave, CME opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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