Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician at Veterans Health Administration summary:

The Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician provides critical mental health care to Veterans across inpatient, outpatient, and domiciliary settings within the VA Caribbean Healthcare System. This role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams including psychologists, social workers, and nurses to deliver patient-centered treatment. The position offers federal benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to live in Puerto Rico's vibrant and culturally rich environment.

Discover an Exceptional Career Opportunity: VA Caribbean Healthcare System Seeks Psychiatrists (Inpatient & Outpatient) in San Juan, Mayagüez, and Ponce, Puerto Rico

Are you a board-certified/eligible psychiatrist passionate about serving Veterans in a collaborative, high-impact environment? The VA Caribbean Healthcare System (San Juan VA Medical Center) is hiring psychiatrists for multiple settings , including:

• BHIP (Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program)
• Inpatient & Outpatient Services
• Two Floater Positions
• Domiciliary Care Role

This is your chance to advance your career while enjoying Puerto Rico s vibrant culture, tropical beauty, and federal benefits including relocation assistance, education debt reduction, and retention incentives .

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work : Deliver critical mental health care to Veterans in diverse settings (BHIP, inpatient, outpatient, domiciliary).
• Interdisciplinary Teams : Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, and nurses in patient-centered care.
• Education & Growth : Opportunities for teaching, supervision, and EDBT (evidence-based therapies) training.
• Work-Life Balance : Predictable schedules with manageable call rotations.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Competitive federal salary + performance incentives
• Generous PTO : 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays
• Student loan repayment & relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Pension + 401K match (up to 5%) + malpractice coverage

Why Puerto Rico?

San Juan, Mayagüez, and Ponce offer:

• Island paradise : Beaches, rainforests (El Yunque), and year-round warmth.
• Rich culture : Historic sites, salsa music, and world-famous cuisine.
• U.S. territory : No passport needed for American citizens.
• Tax advantage : No federal income tax for Puerto Rico residents.
• 4% Tax Exemption for professionals !

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Join us at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System where your skills make a difference, and your quality of life thrives in paradise!

Fun Facts About San Juan, Puerto Rico:

• Home to El Yunque , the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System
• Old San Juan features 500+ years of history with colorful Spanish colonial architecture
• Renowned for salsa music, bioluminescent bays , and world-famous coffee
• A U.S. territory no passport needed for American citizens!

Your next career adventure awaits in Puerto Rico apply today! ️

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psychiatry, mental health, veterans healthcare, inpatient care, outpatient services, behavioral health, interdisciplinary team, federal healthcare, Puerto Rico jobs, patient-centered care