Physician (Home Base Primary Care Medical Director) w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive

Physician (Home Base Primary Care Medical Director) w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Central Texas VA Health Care System, Temple, Texas. Summary We are seeking a full‑time Physician to serve as the Home‑Based Primary Care (HBPC) Medical Director. The role provides clinical oversight of all non‑institutional care programs and collaborates with the HBPC Program Manager. A recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Qualifications United States citizenship (non‑citizens only if no qualified citizens can be recruited). Doctor of Medicine or equivalent (allopathic/osteopathic) degree accredited at time of completion. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. Completed residency in a VA‑approved core specialty leading to board‑certification eligibility (ACGME or AOA, or equivalent U.S. program with ≥5 years practice). Physicians in accredited residency programs who meet basic requirements may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) on an intermittent or fee basis. Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics (preferred). 3‑5 years experience in Geriatrics or Palliative Medicine, 1‑2 years supervising NPs, and 2‑3 years supervisory experience in a VA or community setting. Proficiency in spoken and written English per 38 U.S.C. §§ 7402(d) & 7407(d). Physical ability to lift 15‑44 lb, walk 4‑6 h, stand 4‑6 h, use fingers, and meet vision/hearing requirements listed below. Preferred: Board certification in Internal Medicine/Family Medicine and Geriatrics or Palliative Medicine. Physical requirements: Moderate lifting (15‑44 lb), use of fingers, walking (4‑6 h), standing (4‑6 h), near vision 13‑16″, far vision 20/20‑20/40, color vision, hearing (aid permitted). Duties & Responsibilities Serve as senior clinician leader of the HBPC team; provide overall medical care and collaborate with the Program Director. Possibility of faculty appointment and involvement in academic activities with medical schools. Provide direct patient care and/or supervise licensed independent practitioners (residents, fellows, medical students) in home settings. Assume administrative leadership of HBPC development, including accreditation processes and program improvement plans. Determine appropriate medical interventions for patients; initiate/adjust therapy, order diagnostics, prescribe medications per VA policy. Collaborate with in‑house specialty clinics and community providers; serve as primary medical responsibility for HBPC patients. Advocate for HBPC with VHA leadership and the medical community. Select HBPC team members and provide clinical oversight of treatment plans. Be available to team members for collaboration when medical or other problems arise; participate in interdisciplinary team meetings. Maintain educational activities to keep the team apprised of medical advances; sign physician‑required forms; possess DEA licensure for controlled substances II‑V. Coordinate admissions, consults, and hospital referrals as needed. Collate and direct HBPC patient visits when appropriate. Collaborate with community home‑health and hospice agencies; follow safety and infection‑control procedures. Comply with Medical Center, VHA regulations, and use of government vehicles. Work Schedule Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with performance bonus and regular salary increases. Annual leave 26 days (15 days paid time off), 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and optional 5 days CME paid absence. Retirement: Federal pension (5 years vesting) and 401(k) with up to 5 % VA contribution. Health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care insurance – many federal programs extend into retirement. Full licensure from any U.S. State or territory required. Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement. Free liability protection with tail coverage. #J-18808-Ljbffr