Leadership opportunity for a Psychiatrist in Phoenix!
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Leadership opportunity for a Psychiatrist in
Phoenix! The Phoenix VA Health Care System is seeking a
psychiatrist to serve as the Associate Chief of Staff of the Mental
Health Service. This position reports directly to the Deputy Chief
of Staff and is responsible for setting overall goals for the
Mental Health Service. This is your chance to make a profound
impact on the lives of Veterans while advancing in your career and
enjoying exceptional work-life balance. The Phoenix VA Health Care
System (PVAHCS) provides outstanding health care, trains America’s
future health care providers, and conducts important medical
research. PVAHCS opened its doors in service to Veterans in 1951
and today provides world class health care to more than 130,000
Veterans across the valley. PVAHCS is one of the leading health
care systems serving Veterans in the VA Desert Pacific Network with
the largest number of enrolled Veterans in the region. PVAHCS
facilities include the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center, 12
community-based outpatient clinics in Gilbert, Globe, Payson,
Phoenix, Scottsdale, Show Low, and Surprise, and a Community
Resource Center in Phoenix that focuses on Homeless Veteran
programs and services. We also operate a Mobile Medical Unit to
provide care to Veterans who can’t easily visit one of our
facilities. Why Choose the VA? Being a physician at VA offers
unparalleled professional growth, allowing you to focus on
patients’ needs while enjoying excellent benefits: Work Schedule :
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Competitive Pay : Based on
your training, experience, and local labor market Annual
Performance Pay : Up to an additional $15,000 per year No
Employment Contracts : No non-compete clauses or restrictive
covenants Generous PTO : 26 days of vacation, 13 days sick leave,
11 federal holidays, plus 5 days for CME* Retirement Plans :
Federal Retirement Plan and a plan similar to a 401(k) with partial
agency match Comprehensive Insurance : Health, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance Nationwide Mobility : Relocate without losing benefits,
vacation, or pay Malpractice Coverage : Under federal tort laws
Licensure : One unrestricted U.S. medical license allows you to
work at any VA facility Preferred Experience: VA or Clinical
Supervisory Experience. You must be a seasoned clinician who
demonstrates extensive and progressive leadership experience both
as a clinician and administrator. Exceptional interpersonal skills
as well as operational, financial, and clinical skills are
essential. You must have the ability to meet VA established
performance measure goals and possess a thorough knowledge of the
standards of the Veterans Health Administration and other
accrediting bodies. Why Phoenix? Phoenix, the capital city of
Arizona, is renowned for its sunshine, stunning desert landscapes,
and vibrant urban life. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S.,
Phoenix offers: Year-round outdoor activities World-class resorts
and golf courses A thriving culinary and cocktail scene Rich
cultural institutions and arts Professional sports teams to include
football, basketball, and baseball Join us in Phoenix, “The Valley
of the Sun,” where professional fulfillment meets an adventurous
and fulfilling lifestyle. Ready to join our team? Email your CV to
Timothy A. Bernau at timothy.bernau@va.gov or call 623-920-1304
today! *Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for
CME.
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