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Posted 21 July, 2026

Exciting Section Chief Psychiatry Opportunity -- EDRP Eligible, Leadership Role in Charlotte, NC!

Department of Veterans Affairs
Charlotte, NC, US Full Time

Job Description

Exciting Section Chief Psychiatry Opportunity - EDRP Eligible, Leadership Role in Charlotte, NC!

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The Salisbury VA Health Care System is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist for the Charlotte Health Care Center. Discover a career with rich rewards, limitless opportunities for growth/mobility, and competitive salaries and benefits. You will provide care to a diverse veteran population with a good deal of mental health-related issues, including but not limited to Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Severe Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorders, and medical co-morbidities.

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About Charlotte, NC:

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Charlotte is a growing metropolitan charm; Charlotte offers a perfect blend of professional advancement and quality of life. Here, you'll find a thriving healthcare community supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovative practices dedicated to patient-centered care. The city's diverse neighborhoods provide various living options, from bustling urban apartments to serene suburban homes. Enjoy a rich cultural scene with an array of museums, theaters, and music venues, alongside beautiful parks and outdoor activities that make it easy to recharge after a busy day. With a competitive compensation package and a supportive professional environment, joining our team in Charlotte means advancing your career and embracing a fulfilling lifestyle in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. We would love to see how you could contribute to our community and thrive in Charlotte!

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Position Highlights:

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Work-life balance.

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Manageable workload.

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Teaching and research opportunities with Wake Forest

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8:00 am - 4:30pm, Monday-Friday

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Call Coverage: At home, phone calls 10-12 days per year.

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Must have 2+ years of leadership and supervisory experience.

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Optional weekend inpatient coverage for additional pay

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Requirements:

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    Board Certified/ Eligible

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    Have a full, unrestricted medical license in any State.

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    Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.

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    Residency Training must have been completed and approved by the secretary of Veteran Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.

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    US Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is impossible to recruit qualified citizens according to the VA Policy.

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    Must have 2 years of leadership and supervisory experience.

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Academic Affiliation: Atrium Heath Wake Forest

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Compensation & Benefits Package:

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    Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases. (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized

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    EDRP Authorized-This position is eligible for Education Debt Reduction

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    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).

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    Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.

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    Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).

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    Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.

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    CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification).

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    Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.

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    Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

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Interested candidates should email their current CV to Annie Luckey, VA Physician Provider Recruiter @ [email protected].