Psychiatrist Physician Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee

Join Lantern Government Solutions and Lead the Way in Government Healthcare! Lantern Government Solutions is seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist Physicians with experience for a contract opportunity in Memphis, TN . Make a difference and apply your skills and expertise helping those who served our country. This is an excellent opportunity for military spouses, dependents, veterans, or anyone interested in supporting the military healthcare system in a civilian capacity. About the

Role:

As a Psychiatrist at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, you will devote approximately 95% of your time to direct patient care, delivering comprehensive psychiatric services across inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings.

Your daily responsibilities may include:

Inpatient Psychiatry:

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage admissions and discharges, develop and implement treatment plans, collaborate with VA clinical teams, and ensure timely and complete documentation.

Outpatient and Residential Care:

Operate VA psychiatric clinics, see new and follow-up patients (including those with severe mental illness), and provide post-discharge follow-up care. Maintain a schedule of approximately 6 to 6.5 bookable patient hours per day.

Peer Review & Quality Oversight:

Participate in professional peer reviews, mental health case evaluations, and contribute to patient safety reviews and benefit appeals as needed.

Emergency Coverage Scheduling:

Assist in preparing monthly call schedules for mental health emergencies in coordination with the Chief of Mental Health.

Clinical Communication & Compliance:

Ensure timely communication of test results, adherence to VA medication policies, and provide discharge education coordinated with follow-up care. Administrative Duties (approx. 5%): Attend required staff meetings and maintain effective communication with VA leadership to support compliance and service coordination.

Work Schedule:

In Clinic hours are typically Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Off-hours coverage is required during evenings, weekends, holidays with schedule determined a month in advance.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. state or territory. No history of license suspension, restriction, or revocation. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Must provide proof of up-to-date health screenings and vaccinations (TB, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza, Hep B). Must hold a current DEA certificate for prescribing controlled substances.

What We Offer:

Market competitive pay An inclusive and collaborative culture that offers the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on healthcare and veteran services Why Work at

Lantern Government Solutions:

Lantern Government Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with a mission to transform government healthcare through innovative solutions, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. We foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work- whether you are just starting your career or looking for an advancement opportunity. Lantern Government Solutions is focused on growth and the future; for our customers, our employees, and the communities we serve. We believe that collaboration drives success, helping us achieve greater results and create brighter futures for all. How to

Apply:

If you are driven to make a real impact on patient care and healthcare outcomes, we encourage you to apply today! Lantern Government Solutions is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We are committed to providing meaningful employment opportunities for veterans and individuals with disabilities.