Physician Infectious Disease - Part-Time - Recruitment / Relocaction Incentive may be authorized

Summary

The Manchester VA Medical Center is seeking a Board Certified Infectious Disease Physician for a part-time position primarily based at the Manchester - NH facility. This role may require flexibility in schedule and travel to CBOCs throughout New Hampshire.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Completed residency training in an ACGME/AOA approved infectious disease program
• Board certification in Infectious Disease
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in Infectious Disease
• Demonstrated expertise in managing immunocompromised patients and antimicrobial stewardship
• Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with VA electronic medical records

Basic Requirements

• Completed residency training in an ACGME/AOA approved infectious disease program
• Board certification in Infectious Disease
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in Infectious Disease
• Demonstrated expertise in managing immunocompromised patients and antimicrobial stewardship
• Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with VA electronic medical records

Preferred Experience

• Board certification in Infectious Disease
• Experience in antimicrobial stewardship
• Experience in infection prevention and control
• Experience in teaching or mentoring trainees
• Experience in collaboration and communication
• Experience in quality improvement and clinical research
• Experience in administrative responsibilities

Physical Requirements

• Mostly sedentary work requiring some standing and walking
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop management plans for patients with infectious diseases
• Provide timely bedside consultative support for ambulatory care
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship activities
• Advise on infection control policies and practices
• Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to optimize patient care
• Engage in quality improvement and clinical research initiatives
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in committee work
• Assist with the development and review of medical center policies
• Complete all medical records in accordance with Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff

Work Schedule

Part-Time position - tour of duty will be determined between the Physician and their Supervisor

Pay

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Regular salary increases
• Paid time off: 50-55 days per year
• 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
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting