General Psychiatrist

VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) – Canton, Ohio
Caring for Those Who Served

The VA is seeking a General Psychiatrist to join our Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) team at our large, well-established Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Canton, Ohio, serving our nation’s Veterans in a supportive, collegial, and mission-driven environment.

What is a BHIP?

A Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) is the VA’s team-based model of mental health care. Psychiatrists work collaboratively with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive, Veteran-centered treatment. The BHIP model emphasizes continuity of care, shared decision-making, and strong clinical support, allowing psychiatrists to practice high-quality medicine without feeling isolated.

This position also collaborates closely with PACT (Patient Aligned Care Team), ensuring integrated, whole-person care for Veterans.

Position Highlights

Patient-centered practice with time to provide thoughtful care
Average daily volume: 10–13 patients
New patient appointments: 60 minutes
Follow-up visits: 30 minutes
Protected lunch: 1 full hour
Schedule: Typically 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (flexible schedules considered)
Call:

No mandatory call
Rare (approximately once per month) evaluation call
Low intensity and well supported

Opportunity to teach and discuss cases with residents

Incentives & Benefits

Recruitment Incentive
Relocation Incentive
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
Eligibility period of 1–5 years
Application must be submitted within 4 months of appointment
Award amount and approval determined by VHA Education Loan Repayment Services

Additional VA benefits include:

Federal pension (FERS)
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with matching
Generous paid time off and federal holidays
Excellent malpractice coverage provided by the VA
Stability, mission, and work-life balance rarely found in the private sector

Why Canton, Ohio?

Canton offers the best of affordability, culture, and quality of life:

Home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Just a short drive to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Welcoming community with diversity and Midwest charm
Affordable housing and excellent schools
Easy access to Cleveland, Akron, and outdoor recreation

Why This VA Team?

Highly collegial mental health department
Strong interdisciplinary support and abundant resources
Leadership that values growth, collaboration, and clinician well-being
A place where psychiatrists are respected, supported, and able to thrive

Basic Requirements

United States Citizenship
(Non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA policy)
MD or DO degree from a VA-approved medical school
Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory

Psychiatry - Physician at Louis Stokes VA Medical Center - Veterans Health Administration

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