Psychiatrist- Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Benefits

Parental leave

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Non-birth-parent leave

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Mental health support

Offered From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Relocation assistance

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Childcare support

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Learning budget

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Salary

$200K-$315K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$81,444 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+6.9% - Faster than average

216% above the BLS role benchmark for healthcare aggregate.

Posted salary is far from this role benchmark; treat it as low confidence.

Matched to SOC 29-1141 - Healthcare aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Healthcare From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Senior From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

Shift type

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Weekend work

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Application

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Assessment

Required From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026 From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Where they hire

Hires in: GA From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

About this role

Psychiatrist- Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Augusta, Georgia Summary This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications and subsequent cut-off dates are on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Duties Major Duties and Responsibilities: The SUD Psychiatrist is a core member of the interdisciplinary substance use treatment team, responsible for the psychiatric care and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of Veterans with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The psychiatrist works closely with psychologists, social workers, addiction therapists, peer specialists, and nursing staff to deliver evidence-based, recovery-oriented care. Key duties include but are not limited to: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for Veterans with substance use disorders, including assessment of co-occurring psychiatric and medical conditions. Initiate and manage pharmacologic treatments, including buprenorphine and other MAT options, in accordance with VA policy and clinical guidelines. Provide integrated care for Veterans with dual diagnoses, including mood, anxiety, trauma-related, and psychotic disorders. Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary SUD team to coordinate individualized treatment planning and progress monitoring. Participate in group or individual psychiatric follow-up as clinically indicated. Complete all documentation requirements in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in accordance with VA standards. Provide consultation to other providers and teams on the diagnosis and management of substance use and co-occurring disorders. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings,

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