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

• Interested?

• Please forward your CV or resume to: Show Email terrance.anderson@va.gov

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

Interested?

Please forward your CV or resume to: Show Email terrance.anderson@va.gov

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays  with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance : VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision : Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts , which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance , family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions , depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service