Transform Veterans' Lives Through Addiction & Mental Health Care Three Outstanding Psychiatry Opportunities – Dallas VA Medical Center | Dallas, Texas

Make a lasting impact. Advance your career. Enjoy exceptional quality of life.

The VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS), one of the largest and busiest VA healthcare systems in the nation, is seeking compassionate, mission-driven Psychiatrists to join our growing Mental Health Service in Dallas, Texas.

Whether your passion is addiction psychiatry, residential treatment, homelessness outreach, or outpatient substance use care, we have an opportunity for you.

Why Choose the Dallas VA?

• Serve Those Who Served Our Nation
• Federal Employment & Outstanding Job Security
• Competitive Compensation
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Loan Repayment Opportunities
• Recruitment & Relocation Incentives Available
• No Production Quotas or RVU Pressures
• 50+ Days Paid Time Off Annually (Vacation, Sick Leave & Federal Holidays)
• Federal Pension (FERS) & Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with Government Match
• Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Paid CME & Professional Development Support
• Academic Appointments & Teaching Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance with Monday-Friday Schedules

Opportunity #1

Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) Psychiatrist

Join a highly respected residential treatment team dedicated to helping Veterans overcome substance use disorders and reclaim their lives.

Position Highlights

• Provide psychiatric assessment, consultation, medication management, and treatment planning
• Work within a multidisciplinary addiction treatment team
• Treat Veterans with:
• • Substance Use Disorders
  • PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Psychotic Disorders
  • Co-occurring Medical and Psychiatric Conditions
• Opportunity to teach:
• • Medical Students
  • Psychiatry Residents
  • Addiction Psychiatry Fellows
• Supervise Advanced Practice Providers

Preferred Qualifications

• Buprenorphine treatment experience required
• Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship preferred
• Experience treating substance use disorders strongly preferred

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Call: Light call responsibilities

Opportunity #2

Homeless Domiciliary Psychiatrist

Help Veterans experiencing homelessness achieve stability, recovery, and independence through comprehensive psychiatric care in a residential setting.

Position Highlights

• Provide psychiatric care to Veterans residing in the Homeless Domiciliary Program
• Manage complex psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial conditions
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary treatment team
• Participate in educational activities and trainee supervision
• Opportunity to support one of the VA's most impactful missions

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified Psychiatry
• Buprenorphine treatment experience highly preferred
• Experience with virtual care platforms preferred

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Call: Light call responsibilities

Opportunity #3

Gold Team Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Psychiatrist

Join our specialized outpatient addiction psychiatry team and provide life-changing care to Veterans battling substance use disorders.

Position Highlights

• Work in a dynamic outpatient addiction treatment program
• Provide care through:
• • Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic
  • Opioid Replacement Program
  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
• Treat Veterans with:
• • Substance Use Disorders
  • PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Serious Mental Illness
• Academic and teaching opportunities available
• Collaborate with a highly experienced multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Buprenorphine treatment experience required
• Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship preferred
• Board Eligible or Board Certified preferred

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Call: Rotating inpatient coverage only a few times per year

Academic & Research Opportunities

The Dallas VA is affiliated with University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and multiple academic institutions, providing opportunities to:

• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows
• Participate in clinical research
• Collaborate with nationally recognized faculty
• Contribute to innovations in:
• • Addiction Psychiatry
  • PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Homelessness Research
  • Mental Health Recovery Programs

Live and Thrive in Dallas, Texas

Dallas offers something for everyone:

• Award-Winning Restaurants & Culinary Experiences
• Performing Arts & Theaters
• Live Music & Entertainment Districts
• Major Professional Sports Teams
• Two International Airports for Easy Travel
• Beautiful Parks & Outdoor Recreation
• Thriving Economy & Affordable Cost of Living Compared to Other Major Metropolitan Areas

From vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions to family-friendly communities and world-class dining, Dallas provides an exceptional place to live, work, and build a career.

Ready to Learn More?

Join a healthcare system where your work truly matters.

Interested candidates should forward their CV/resume immediately to:

Terrance.Anderson@va.gov

Terry Anderson
National Healthcare Recruiter & Consultant
Department of Veterans Affairs

Serve those who served. Build a meaningful career. Make a difference every day at the Dallas VA Medical Center.