Staff Physician (SCI/D Outpatient) - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized

About the role

The Staff Physician, Spinal Cord Injury/Disorders Service (SCI/D) is responsible for patient care, patient/family education, and supervision of resident physicians. Participation in clinical research is optional. Primarily evaluates patients in an outpatient clinical setting. The majority time is devoted to patient care and education, with the remaining time set aside for performance improvement activities and research to improve patient care and activities sufficient to maintain proficiency in state-of-the-art rehabilitation/medical care. Most of the work takes place at Audie L. Murphy VAMC, though some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performing a comprehensive, initial history and physical examination in compliance with national guidelines
• Performing electromyography (EMG), injections and other tests consistent with privileges
• Consulting other disciplines, as necessary, to complete the patient examination
• Carrying out whole health and disease prevention activities including education, shared decision-making, and recommending complementary medical services (health coaching/massage/acupuncture)
• Documenting care provided in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
• Documenting the detailed, targeted, initial history and physical examination required for evaluation in the electronic tool(s)
• Obtaining consent and documents procedures performed during clinic visits
• Providing education and counseling of patients with Neuro Rehab diagnoses including outcomes, medical conditions, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs
• Available to fulfill On call duties including weekend coverage on the inpatient rehab unit
• Consulting other medical specialties when necessary
• Providing SCI Neuro Rehab telehealth consultations, etc.

Requirements

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.

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.

Benefits

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)
Retail: 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)

Schedule

TBD (Typically M-F, 0730-1600 CST)

Pay

Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Skills

Proficient in written and spoken English

Benefits

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

Application

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.

Background/Security Investigation

You may be required to serve a probationary period.

Required Documents

Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

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.