Physician - Cardiologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive and EDRP Authorized

Summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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 allopathic 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.

Physical Requirements

You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Duties

• Advocate for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.
• Provide expert consultation and treatment for patients with Cardiac conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations - including history taking - physical examinations - and the ordering of diagnostic labs and tests and studies.
• Have expertise in non-invasive cardiology including Transthoracic echocardiography - Transesophageal echocardiography - nuclear cardiology skills and stress testing.
• Perform Diagnostic/Interventional Angiography and/or Electrophysiology skills depending on facility privileging.
• Interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests and follow-up on test results in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with Cardiac conditions.
• Provide patient and family education regarding Cardiac conditions - treatment plans - and self-management strategies - utilizing educational tools and resources to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals - including Cardiology APPs to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences if indicated - including discharge planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients - families - and members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the electronic medical record system.
• May be tasked to travel to Community Based Outpatient Clinics as requested/assigned by the ACOS-SC.
• Be asked to participate in facility - VISN or National workgroups and/or committees.
• Provide Electronic Consultation services (E-Consults) and reviews consults for determination if appropriate for Care in the Community or local/regional VA services.
• Ensure compliance with VA policies - procedures - and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical guidelines and best practices.
• Engage in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain board certification and clinical competence.
• Provide supervision and education to students and other trainees - as applicable.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to other healthcare providers within the VA clinic.
• Complete administrative work in accordance with facility policy and assigned deadlines.
• Work within their privileges at all times - unless necessitated by an emergency.

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: Monday - Friday - 7:30am - 4:00pm.