Physician-Urologist-EDRP Authorized
4 weeks ago
As the Staff Physician for Urology Service you will be responsible for patient care, patient/family education, and participation in any indicated clinical research.
Provide comprehensive care for patients who have illnesses within the scope of Urology. The scope of these activities covers all phases of ambulatory care. Other responsibilities may include education of medical students and residents and/or supervision of other providers.The majority of the time is devoted to patient care and education, with the remaining time set aside for performance improvement activities, creative research to improve patient care, activities sufficient to maintain proficiency in state-of-the-art urology care.
Administrative:
- Write Medical Orders and prescriptions for non controlled substances, as necessary, for the care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law and approval of the supervising Physician.
- Document care provided in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in accordance with Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System requirements.
- Document the detailed, targeted, initial history and physical examination required for evaluation in the electronic tool(s) required by VA.
- Obtain consent and documents procedures performed for which the physician is responsible.
- Provide education and counseling of patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs.
- Review and revise policies and scope of practice/standards of operation to meet the needs of the National VA and VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System mandates
- Review and guide protocols in chronic patient managements including coordinating efforts with prosthetics department to meet patients needs and maintain fiscal responsibility
Clinical:
Respond to and complete consults received for the evaluation of Urology including:
- Perform a comprehensive, detailed, targeted, initial history and physical examination in compliance with national guidelines.
- Order diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, X rays, electromyography (EMG), electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other tests.
- Consult other disciplines, as necessary, to complete the patient evaluation
- Carry out health promotion and disease prevention activities including education and shared decision making.
- Surgical competence in urology procedures is desirable and documentation of procedures within the past 12 months will be requested reflective of the scope of privileges requested
- Participate in all VISN and national level efforts in urology programs
Recruitment Incentive:
May be offered to highly qualified individual in their first appointment to the federal government
Relocation Incentive:
May be offered to highly qualified VA employee relocating for this position.
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
Authorized:
This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. See "Education" Section for additional information. Learn more.
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:
Full-time; Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm
Bargaining Unit:
This is a bargaining unit position.
This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until filled or the closing date.
Eligible applications received will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.
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