Physician
Location: Athens Tennessee
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is currently interviewing Physician right now, this job will be placed in Tennessee. Further informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 855351 (Include on all documents)
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" ! - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
As a VA physician, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Applicant's education and experience will be reviewed by a Professional Standards Board and Compensation Panel (for physicians and dentists) in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected. The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
This position is located at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Athens Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Athens, TN.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
The Department of Veter! ans Affairs is a Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
U.S. Citizenship
Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required.
Must pass pre-employment examination.
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
Background and/or Security Investigation required.
English Language Proficiency required. DUTIES:
Tour of Duty: M-F 8am-4:30pm
This position will be located at the Athens CBOC, Athens TN under our Primary Care Service Line at the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System. The incumbent services as a practicing physician who is responsible for the overall management of patients enrolled for healthcare services provided by the Tennessee Valley Healthcare Systems. Responsible for administrative tasks associated with clinic operations, provides leadership and direction to support staff assigned to their team. The incumbent shall be proficient in all aspects of the general practice of Primary Care. Specifically, the provider should posse! ss the expertise and competency to perform but not limited to the following:
Coordinate care for a panel of outpatients as assigned.
Evaluate and treat acute and chronic health problems for scheduled and unscheduled patients in the clinic setting.
Perform histories and physical exams.
Provides appropriate documentation to minimally include history, physical exam findings, diagnosis, definitive care plan and disposition of the patient.
Ensures the patients are appropriately closed-out including disposition that clearly indicates the next steps of care.
Ensures that each patient is provided a list of current medications and an appointment list at close-out.
Peform office procedures contained within approved privileges.
Prescribe medications as appropriate
Order routine laboratory, radiological and diagnostic tests and provide initial interpretation of results.
Communicate test results to! patients
Respond to questions and other inquiries from patien! ts.
Initiate and expedite requests for consultations and special tests.
Provide education to the patient and family as necessary.
Order immunizations and other preventive screenings.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
Applicant's education and experience will be reviewed by a Compensation Panel in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected. The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- U.S. Citizenship (Non-citizens may be appointed only if it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens)
- Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
- Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the Distr! ict of Columbia.
- Must be board certified or eligible .
Reference: VA Handbook 5005/27, Part II, Appendix G-2 PHYSICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD http://www.va.gov/ohrm/joblistings/VAQualStds.doc
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary at times. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending for periods of time. The work requires working under stressfull conditions in a fast-paced setting to facilitate patient care.
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 Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:
1. Schools of medicine holding regular institutional membership! in the Association of American Medical Colleges for the year in which ! the degree was granted.
2. Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.
3. Schools (Including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure.
Veterans' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preferen! ce. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx . HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For! more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefi! ts/benefits.asp .
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
OTHER INFORMATION:
This position will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon completing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Veterans Affairs.
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This job starts available on: Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:31:06 GMT