Physician (Regular Ft) General Psychiatrist

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician (Regular Ft) General Psychiatrist 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.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

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.

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.

This position is based in United States.

Benefits package: Federal health, vision, dental insurance, Life and disability insurance, Malpractice coverage with tail coverage, 50-55 days paid time off per year, Traditional federal pension, Federal 401k with up to 5% employer contribution, Education Debt Reduction Program up to $200,000, Paid parental leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.