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The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Fayetteville, AR, is seeking a full-time Physician- Supervisory Psychiatrist. Ideal candidate is Board Eligible/Certified in Psychiatry We are fully committed to providing top quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans. Candidates must possess an MD/DO from an accredited institution, have completed residency training leading to board eligibility/certification, and possess an active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State. Highlights of this opportunity: Potential starting base salary range: $270-$320K Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a.m.-4:30p.m. Will be asked to perform on call duties. Performs psychiatric evaluations for a diverse population, including geriatric and post deployment combat Veterans, who are mentally ill and have psychosocial issues such as homelessness, unemployment, and poor family support network. Provide administrative supervision to a team of MH providers at assigned location. Duties will include clinical and administrative work in the outpatient clinics at assigned location. Modalities for patient care for virtual positions will be through telehealth with limited phone calls as clinically appropriate. Maintains appropriate licensing and board certifications as applicable. Functioning as part of an interdisciplinary care team working with other physicians, PA’s, APN’s, social workers, psychologists, peer support specialist and other staff. Works as collaborating physician with PA’s and APN’s as necessary VA offers an exceptional benefits package for physicians, including up to 55 days off annually, affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance, up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave, malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage, and more. Working for federal employers allows you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service. Fayetteville is nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, and is an outdoor paradise with hiking, golf, fishing, rafting, boating, and four distinct seasons. Fayetteville is the home of the University of Arkansas "Razorbacks" which provides the community with a college atmosphere. The area is home to several fortune 500 businesses such as Wal-Mart, Tyson Foods, and J. B. Hunt Trucking, who have been generous benefactors for the community and the arts. In the neighboring community of Bentonville, Crystal Bridges Museum has been labeled as one the top 10 must see places in America. Fayetteville has outstanding public schools, excellent parks and trail system and is ranked as 4th "best college sports town" and 8th for business and careers by Forbes Magazine. Fayetteville is ranked as 7th best city in America to work, live and play by Kiplinger. The cost of living is 90% of the national average with affordable housing available in all price ranges.