Physician-Psychiatry Medical Director

Augusta, GA · full time · Management

$145,000 – $335,000

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 30, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

Lead all psychiatric and behavioral health programs at a VA medical facility, providing clinical oversight, strategic direction, and direct psychiatric care to complex patients. This role suits experienced psychiatrists ready to advance into medical leadership while maintaining clinical engagement in a federal healthcare system.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

Current, full and unrestricted medical license from a US state or territory
MD or DO degree from an accredited school
Completed residency training in psychiatry approved by ACGME or AOA
Proficiency in spoken and written English
United States citizenship or eligibility to work for the VA

Nice to have

Board certification in psychiatry
Experience supervising psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and residents
Experience in strategic planning and policy development for mental health services
Expertise in crisis intervention and medication management for complex cases