Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Location
Hampton, VA | United States
Job description
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience: Skilled in management/administration to include supervision, consultation, negotiating, and monitoring outcomes; Ability to set priorities with multiple deadlines; Ability to train, and provide clinical guidance within specialization of practice; ability to write policies, procedures and practice guidelines in support of clinical care. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs.); Light carrying (under 15 lbs.); Straight Pulling (up to 2 hours); Pushing (up to 2 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 3 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Kneeling (up to 1.5 hours); Repeated bending (up to 2 hours); Near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Hearing (aid permitted); Clear speech. ["This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024 or until the position is filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 28, 2023, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st and 15th of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals on an as-needed basis until the position is filled. The following duties are required of the position; they include, but are not limited to: Ensures that program services meet accreditation requirements and are compliant with regulatory and accountability standards such as those set forth by the Joint Commission, CARF, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), and VA Central Office (VACO) and other accrediting bodies as deemed appropriate. Oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical services consistent with evidence-based best practices. Oversees the development of program activities, services, record-keeping, schedules, policies, evaluation procedures, marketing brochures, educational resources, etc. Ensures implementation of the PACT Team model in Primary Care Service and establishes practices of huddling, rounding, utilization of scrubbing tools, and completion of timely view of alerts as required by policy. Works closely with executive leadership, managerial and clinical leaders in formulating local policies, resource planning for manpower, equipment, and space. Collaborates with medical center management to meet mutual long and short-range goals. Works with supervisors/section leads to oversee work schedules and assignments, tours of duty, and to make certain that station time and attendance policies are followed in effort to accomplish of all necessary work, based on available resources, local Health Care System requirements, labor agreements, VA, and Federal personnel regulations. Defines expectations for work completion, while providing flexibility that reflects the complex nature of the problems of the Veteran population served. Addresses coverage issues, manages day to day operations, liaises with administrative staff both internal and external to ensure full clinical operations. Prioritizes and advocates for clinic space, equipment and technology resource allocation that best meets the needs of the service and facility. Provides decision-making about budgeting and resources to support clinical services and admission criteria, program operations, and reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring independent licensed providers are properly credentialed and privileged and that FPPEs/OPPEs are conducted in accordance with Medical Center Bylaws and VHA/Joint Commission guidelines. Engages in the provision of advice, counsel, instruction, and mentoring to employees regarding work and administrative matters. Works collaboratively with personnel and supervisors regarding performance or disciplinary issues that may arise in their respective areas of responsibility. Demonstrates accurate judgment on and assist with professional/administrative actions. Works with supervisors and managers to monitor the quality of services including factors such as efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness. Accurately interprets and evaluates clinical data for the purpose of determining diagnosis and clinical status. Serves as a mentor and/or teacher for residents, trainees, providers, and staff. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to a highly qualified candidate. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Contact Monique Head at [email protected] or Mayleka Hicks Amerson at [email protected], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases 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) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday, 40 hours/per week"]
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The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities, including 172 VA Medical Centers and 1,138 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics) to over 9 million Veterans enrolled in the VA health care program. At VA Long Beach Healthcare System, our health care teams are deeply experienced and guided by the needs of Veterans, their families, and caregivers. Our medical center provides primary care and specialty health services, including cardiology, mental health care, treatment for spinal cord injuries and disorders, suicide prevention, women’s health services, and more.
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