Physician (Regular Ft)

Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. The major duties of the position include, but are not limited to: - Provides direction for assessment, medical care, and follow-up, as appropriate to Clinical Contact Center nurse triage staff. - Receives referrals for assessment, medical care, and follow-up, as appropriate from Clinical Contact Center nurse triage staff. - Performs histories and physical (H&P) examinations on outpatients, usually using Telehealth technology. - Screens outpatients to determine need for further care and optimal timing and venue of care. - Facilitates direct referral to VISN medical center for emergent or urgent medical care, if indicated. - Prescribes medications within defined scope of practice. - Orders diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, x-rays, electrocardiograms (EKG's) with follow-up on results - Provides education and counseling of patients and families as it relates to medical conditions. - Provides follow-up care and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs. - Provides clinically appropriate follow-up outpatient care for previously evaluated patients. - Documents concise, timely and complete notes. - Follows evidence-based guidelines. - May perform related duties as assigned. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, 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: CCC is open 365 days 24/7, 80 hours per pay period. Work schedules will be determined based on staffing needs and may require rotating shifts. Holidays and weekend work are required.

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