Healthcare Physician

2 weeks ago

Beckley, West Virginia, United States VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION Full time
Position Overview

This role qualifies for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), which is a reimbursement initiative for student loan payments. Candidates must fulfill specific eligibility criteria as per VHA policy and submit their EDRP application within four months of their appointment. The program's approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility duration (ranging from one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office following a thorough review of the EDRP application.

Eligibility

This position is open to
  • The general public

    U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or individuals who pledge allegiance to the U.S.
Agency Clarification

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. While the position is primarily for U.S. Citizens, non-citizens may be appointed when it is not feasible to recruit qualified citizens.

Key Responsibilities

The VA Beckley Healthcare System stands as a premier healthcare provider for Veterans within the VA Capitol Health Care Network. As an innovative care center within the Veterans Integrated Service Network 5 (VISN 5), which encompasses medical facilities and clinics across several states, the VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The Chief of Staff oversees and leads various services, including Chief Medicine, Chief Geriatrics & Extended Care Service, Chief Mental Health Service, Chief Surgical Service, and Chief Community Care. Responsibilities include:

Administrative Duties:
  • Program Development
  • Resource Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Direct Supervision
Leadership Responsibilities:
  • Identify and evaluate trends that may be applicable
  • Assess existing health programs to enhance their effectiveness
  • Provide leadership within VHA and VA to promote public health and population health initiatives aimed at safeguarding and improving Veterans' health
Clinical Responsibilities:
  • Inpatient Services
  • Outpatient Services
  • Ensure timely and courteous quality care for patients
  • Guarantee that all patients receive comprehensive preventive healthcare through screening, counseling, and education
  • Ensure thorough assessment, treatment, and follow-up for patients exhibiting symptoms or signs of illness
  • Ensure that all medical staff are knowledgeable and provide appropriate psychosocial care and counseling to patients
  • Ensure the competence of medical staff to provide care across various age groups, including young, middle-aged, older, and geriatric patients
  • Encourage adherence to clinical guidelines/pathways for patient populations, emphasizing VHA CPG guidelines and relevant published guidelines from organizations such as the CDC
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be available for highly qualified candidates

Relocation Incentive (For Existing Federal Employees): May be available for highly qualified candidates

Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Eligible candidates can learn more.

EDRP Authorized: Contact the EDRP Coordinator for inquiries or assistance

Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off annually (including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and a possible 5-day paid absence for CME)

Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA

Insurance Benefits: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory

CME Reimbursement: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice Coverage: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contractual Obligations: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting

Contract Buy-Out Program: This position may qualify for the Physician/Provider Contract Buy-Out Program (CBOP), which allows VHA to buy out service contracts in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a minimum of four years. For more information and eligibility requirements, contact the VHA Contract Buy-Out Program Manager.

Federal Benefits:
  • Job security and stability
  • Career advancement opportunities and priority in hiring as a Federal employee
  • Federal Retirement benefits
  • Survivor Benefits
  • Military buy-back toward retirement
  • Leave Benefits: Annual Leave (26 days), Sick Leave (13 days), Paid Federal Holidays (11 days), Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks)
  • FEHB low-cost options
  • FEGLI low-cost options
  • Flexible Spending accounts with pre-tax contributions
  • Federal Long-Term Care Insurance options
  • TSP matching up to 5% and pre-tax contributions
  • Child Care subsidy options
  • And more
Work Schedule: Variable work schedule

Compressed/Flexible Schedule: May be authorized

Telework Schedules: Not authorized

Virtual Work Schedules: Not authorized

Requirements

Conditions of Employment
  • U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Qualifications

To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements specified 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.

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.
  • Education: Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure and Registration: Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. State, Territory, or Commonwealth.
  • Residency Training: Completion of residency training in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard.

Physical Requirements: Candidates must be physically and mentally capable of performing the essential functions of the position efficiently, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment: Work is primarily conducted in a patient care setting that is adequately lighted, temperature-controlled, and ventilated. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in certain situations.

Additional Information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. The VA does not deny employment to those who have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages individuals with disabilities to apply.

All candidates will be evaluated based on how well they meet the qualifications outlined above.

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