Psychiatrist – Physician
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Johnson
Posted on: February 7, 2026
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Job Description:
The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Fayetteville,
AR, is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist – Physician . 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: $ 250-$315K
Daily schedule, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Assessment/evaluation
and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of
mental health conditions, including, but not limited to Post
traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, mood disorders, anxiety
disorders, psychosis, and other related conditions. Educate staff
hospital wide about psychiatric needs of patients; how to handle;
what to expect; etc Work with families of patients receiving
psychiatric care 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. Compensation Information: $250000.00 / Annually -
$315000.00 / Annually
Keywords: Department of Veterans Affairs, Springdale , Psychiatrist – Physician, Healthcare , Johnson, Arkansas
