Physician (Assistant Chief Medical Service) - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized
About The Position
The Assistant Chief for Specialty Care at Amarillo VA Health Care System is a fully qualified physician with the following responsibilities: CLINICAL COMPETENCE New patients examined promptly; examinations are thorough. Appropriate clinical, laboratory and other pertinent data obtained and indicated follow-up of patients is provided. Interprets and evaluates clinical data for the purpose of determining diagnosis and clinical status. Prescribes appropriate and timely treatment; applies indicated therapeutic procedures; recognizes and assesses changes in behavior, symptoms, signs, and other pertinent facts about the patient and modifies plan of treatment when indicated. Recognizes own capabilities and limitations. EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES Educational responsibilities usually involve either "teaching" or ''coordination.'' Some positions may involve both or cut across the elements or functions. PERSONAL QUALITIES Retains self-control and responds consistently to the requirements of the work situation despite eternal pressures or inner tensions. Adheres to personal and professional/administrative obligations and responsibilities. Reliable in carrying out assignments. Keeps appointments, shows initiative, assumes appropriate responsibility. Maintains discretion on confidential matters. Works harmoniously and effectively with other staff members. Maintains morale by enlisting ideas, motivation, and assistance of associates regardless of position. Listens and accepts views of others. Accepts constructive counseling. Recognizes and acknowledges the contributions and needs of other elements of the medical program. Deals effectively with non-VA persons and groups.
Requirements
- Must have 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
Responsibilities
- Examine new patients promptly and conduct thorough examinations.
- Obtain appropriate clinical, laboratory, and other pertinent data and provide indicated follow-up of patients.
- Interpret and evaluate clinical data to determine diagnosis and clinical status.
- Prescribe appropriate and timely treatment and apply indicated therapeutic procedures.
- Recognize and assess changes in behavior, symptoms, signs, and other pertinent facts about the patient and modify the plan of treatment when indicated.
- Adhere to personal and professional/administrative obligations and responsibilities.
- Work harmoniously and effectively with other staff members.
Benefits
- Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
- Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
- 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)
- Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
- Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
- Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
- Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
- No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Administration of Human Resource Programs
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
