Physician- Associate Chief of Mental Health- Inpatient Care

The Salt Lake City VA has an opening for an Associate Chief of Mental Health - Inpatient Care. This position combines clinical psychiatric care with administrative, operational, and leadership responsibilities for inpatient mental health units.

Welcome to Salt Lake City, where the serenity of a mountain getaway meets metropolitan energy. Forget what you think you know; adventure here isn't just on the slopes. Explore art, breweries, music and a vibrant culinary scene, all nestled against breathtaking landscapes. It's a city that challenges expectations, offering a unique blend of wild beauty and urban discovery. Frequently referred to as the "Crossroads of the West," its location is also ideal for longer road trips north to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks and south to Utah's Mighty 5 VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting The Associate Chief of Mental Health serves as a senior clinician/medical director for Mental Health. The incumbent assists the Chief of Mental Health in the overall operation of Mental Health Service, and has supervisory responsibility over the Supervisors of the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit, Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, Outpatient Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, and Access Crisis Team. The incumbent's duties are to work closely and collaborate with the Chief of Mental Health to assure that all aspects of the Mental Health Service are functioning optimally. This includes strategic planning, setting operational priorities and deployment of resources, engaging in quality improvement, performance measure outcomes, and encouraging and improving team-oriented care for Veterans. As the Mental Health Service senior clinician/medical director, the Associate Chief of Mental Health is responsible for the oversight of all medical care provided within Mental Health Service, and for being an integral part of the senior leadership team for the Mental Health Service. MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as first line supervisor for the supervisors of the following programs: Inpatient Psychiatric Unit, Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, Outpatient Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, and Access Crisis Team. Oversees the function of these programs, monitoring their quality and service delivery. Works cohesively with the Chief of Mental Health to assure that all aspects of the Mental Health Service are functioning optimally, including strategic planning, setting operational priorities and deployment of resources, engaging in quality improvement, performance measure outcomes, and encouraging and improving team-oriented care for Veterans. Is a member of the senior leadership team in Mental Health and is involved in Clinical Leadership Meetings. Reports directly to the Chief of Mental Health. Is responsible to complete all quality measures and reports as requested by VASLCHCS, HSA, and VA Central Office as directed by the Chief of the Mental Health Service. Works closely with the Medical Directors of Inpatient Psychiatric Unit, Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, Outpatient Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health, and Access Crisis Team to assure Mental Health program quality and outcomes. May hold daily and weekly team meetings (i.e., Daily Care Coordination) to staff Veterans and discuss/resolve other clinical and administrative issues. May cover for the Chief of Mental Health in their absence. Sits on VASLCHCS Performance Standards Board, Clinical Executive Board, and Peer Review Board. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.