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Posted 20 July, 2026

Addiction, Join Our Interdisciplinary Team as the Psychiatry SUD Division Chief

Department of Veteran Affairs
Los Angeles, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

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  • Lead and mentor a talented, multidisciplinary care team advancing evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) care for Veterans.
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  • Full-time leadership role supporting clinical practice, program administration, and teaching.
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  • Oversee administrative and programmatic resources for various SUD/Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) sections across multiple GLA sites.
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  • Deliver and supervise comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and evidence-based treatmentsincluding diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy, medication management, and medication-assisted treatment.
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  • Provide care for Veterans with a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use conditions, including complex co-occurring disorders.
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  • Collaborate closely with psychologists, social workers, addiction therapists, and nursing professionals.
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  • Support, supervise, mentor psychiatry trainees; contribute to renowned residency/fellowship programs.
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  • Partner with prestigious academic institutions in a teaching- and research-rich environment.
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  • Participate in specialized programs such as OTP and intensive outpatient care; contribute to multidisciplinary consultation and recovery-focused care models.
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  • Ensure thorough, compliant clinical documentation and adherence to VA and regulatory standards.
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  • Participate in ongoing coordination and development of SUD services impacting access to mental health care for Veterans throughout the GLA catchment area.
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  • Ideal for candidates passionate about innovative addiction psychiatry, clinical leadership, and improving the lives of Veterans facing co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.
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Work Schedule: Full-time / On-site

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Qualifications:

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  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
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  • Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
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  • Current, full, and unrestricted license
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  • Completion of residency in an accredited core specialty
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  • Board Certified or Board Eligible
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  • Preferred minimum of 5 years of practice but not required
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  • Addiction Medicine Fellowship or Addiction Board Certification
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Benefits and Features:

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  • Salary Range: $285,000-$335,000
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  • PTO: 5055 days of PTO annually (26/13 days of annual/sick leave, 11 holidays,)
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  • Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
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  • Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, TSP (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits
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  • Up to $1,000 or more annually and up to 5 days paid absence for CME
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  • Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000 in qualified loan reimbursement
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  • Service without strings: No employment contracts or restrictive covenants
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  • Opportunity for UCLA Geffen School of Medicine Faculty appointment
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  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.

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