This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. 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 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. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience: Board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Complete 3-year residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Unrestricted DEA license Reference: Citing of the Applicable Qualifications Requirements from VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2 For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (30 pounds and over); heavy carrying (30 pounds and over); straight pulling (2-4 hours); pushing (2-4 hours); reaching above shoulders (1-2 hours); use of fingers; both hands required; walking (4-6 hours); standing (4-6 hours); repeated bending (2-4 hours); both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other; both eyes required; ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color; hear (aid permitted); mental and emotional stability. Note: Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification prior to assuming clinical duties. The BLS requirement is satisfied by successfully completing an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider Course or Military Training Network (MTN). BLS courses are normally offered within 1-5 days of entry on duty. No online certifications will be accepted. ["VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAVISN04HREDRP@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 Primary Care Staff Physician (PACT Provider) Recommended to cover 1 panel of patients (panels may be shared for part-time providers) Physician may be asked to work at more than one PVAMC site (i.e., combination of the PVAMC and the CBOCs) Physician may be required to work extended hours or on a weekend if the clinic is open during these non-administrative hours Performs the following tasks during the clinic visit: Reviews information from outside providers Conducts history and physical exam Assesses patient's clinical condition Formulates treatment plans Completes provider-specific clinical reminders Reviews test and procedure results Completes patient referrals in CPRS Manages patient's medication (including medicine reconciliation) Gives medical and lifestyle advice and counseling Performs the following direct patient care responsibilities when patient is not present: Completes view alerts Follows-up on patient-related information (test and procedure results, consults and medications) Calls patients and family on the telephone Sends and receives secure messages from patients Discusses cases with consultants and with PACT team Reviews and acts on non-VA medical records Completes forms/paperwork The provider participates in all PACT team meetings and other team activities Collaborates with NP and PA providers and directs care for the panel. May also perform the following as directed by Service Chief: Supervises and trains medical students, residents and other learners Conducts clinical research studies Involvement in quality management and patient safety involving primary care Data analysis related to primary care clinical operations Attends additional meetings and educational opportunities with Service Chief approval Supervisory Controls related to the position, including clinical and administrative aspects This employee reports to the Primary Care Section Chief for the CBOCs and the ACOS for Primary Care at the CMCVAMC. The employee is responsible for evaluating findings and making technical recommendations fairly independently and is considered an expert in the field. However, if needed, a higher level medical officer is available to provide consultation, guidance, and direction. Generally, case findings and recommendations are not discussed with the supervisor and notes for clinical conferences are not cleared in advance with the supervisor. Customer Service Requirements Meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (veterans, their representatives, visitors and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Age, Development, and Cultural Needs of Veterans Requirement Provides patient care/support, appropriate to the cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of young adult (18-44 years old); middle adult (45-64 years old), and older adult (65-older) patients. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/support appropriate to the age of patients served in assigned service areas. Computer Security Requirement Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 and other applicable laws, federal regulations, VA statutes and policy, and VHA policy. Follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files, release of access codes, etc., as set out in the computer access agreement that the employee signs. Work Schedule: Typical tour of duty is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, weekends and nightshifts may be required per Veteran needs."]

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