Physician Assistant (Title 32) (Permanent)

Army National Guard Units • Sandston, VA

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About The Position

This is a permanent National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the VA Medical Command, National Guard, classified as GS-0603-12. The position primarily performs administrative medical assessments and readiness functions and may serve as the Officer in Charge for the state-level Soldier Readiness Process (SRP). The Physician Assistant provides clinical, technical, administrative, and advisory support to command and other customers on SRP and military medical readiness matters.

The role administers comprehensive medical and physical assessments and preventive medical services for soldiers under applicable regulations, policies, and orders. It includes occupational and preventive medicine services such as specialty physicals, fitness-for-duty assessments, Periodic Health Assessments, Line of Duty determinations, Medical Continuation, participation in medical determination boards and the Disability Evaluation System, and mental health assessments when a behavioral health officer is unavailable. The position may manage the HIV program and may prescribe readiness medications or vaccinations when authorized by applicable licensing, credentialing, privileging, and military orders. Expanded treatment may be performed when the required credentials and arrangements are in place.

The Physician Assistant reviews medical histories and records, evaluates laboratory and imaging results, requests appropriate studies and referrals through treating providers, and coordinates with multidisciplinary professionals and military or civilian medical facilities. The position documents actions in relevant medical records systems and submits records through secure automated systems for higher-level signatures. It also develops SRP workflows and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, reduce wait times, and support continuity and standardization of care.

Appointment requires membership in a compatible Virginia Army National Guard assignment, eligibility for the stated military grade, and wearing the military uniform. Applicants must meet the specified physician assistant education, certification, licensure, and experience requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a qualified commissioned officer in the Virginia Army National Guard in grades O1/2LT through O5/LTC, or otherwise eligible for membership in the Virginia Army National Guard, according to the applicant group criteria.
• Must be eligible for and maintain membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard; membership is required before the effective date of placement.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Must register for Selective Service if applicable to male applicants born after December 31, 1959.
• Must graduate from a physician assistant educational program accredited by ARC-PA or its predecessors at an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting body.
• Must successfully complete the NCCPA examination and maintain certified physician assistant status, including continuing medical education and recertification requirements.
• Must hold a current, active, full, unrestricted Physician Assistant license or registration from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
• Must have at least one full year of work experience as a certified physician assistant equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to GS-11, including counseling, teaching, coordinating services, prioritizing continuity and quality of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, making decisions affecting patients’ physical and psychological well-being, and recommending services to higher-level management.
• Must have general experience planning, scheduling, executing, managing, and administering installation-wide medical management, including aerospace and operational disposition and medical case management for military and technician personnel.
• Must provide transcripts or other documentation supporting education claims.
• Applicants must provide exact employment dates and weekly hours for part-time work; resumes are limited to two pages.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• May serve as Officer in Charge supporting the state-level Soldier Readiness Process (SRP).
• Provide subject-matter expertise, technical and administrative advice, and guidance on all aspects of the state-level SRP.
• Develop SRP station flow criteria and processes to reduce wait times and improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish criteria for follow-up laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic studies based on exam type and purpose, in coordination with an authorized treating provider.
• Conduct soldier evaluations and physical examinations to determine whether AR 40-501 standards are met, including fitness-for-duty evaluations and specialty exams for schools and positions.
• Communicate with referring providers, apply COCOM guidance and waiver-submission criteria in accordance with Army regulations, and document temporary limitations in members’ medical records.
• Provide medical support to organizations requesting assistance for service members.
• Draft and develop standard operating procedures for continuity, standardization of care, administrative processes, and reporting.
• Document actions in relevant medical records systems, including MHS Genesis, MODS, MEDCHART-eMMPS, HRR, and eCase.
• Complete comprehensive medical and physical assessments and preventive medical services for assigned soldiers in accordance with regulations, policies, and orders.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary care professionals, units, civilian and military treatment facilities, case management professionals, and Physical and Medical Evaluation Board members regarding members’ medical status.
• Review medical histories, records, laboratory results, imaging, current medications, immunization histories, and other clinical information; request or coordinate appropriate studies and referrals.
• Request, interpret, evaluate, and apply laboratory and radiological findings related to Individual Medical Readiness; consult with providers as needed about abnormal findings.
• Prescribe readiness medications or vaccinations when authorized by applicable state or territorial licensing, credentialing, privileging, and standing military orders.
• Perform occupational and preventive medicine services, including specialty physicals, fitness-for-duty assessments, annual and Periodic Health Assessments, Line of Duty determinations, Medical Continuation, participation in Incapacitation and Disability Evaluation System determinations, and Convalescent Leave profiling purposes.
• Perform person-to-person provider contact for mental health assessments when a behavioral health officer is unavailable.
• Manage medical assessments addressed during the SRP process and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) program; may be designated as HIV provider.
• Review civilian and military provider documentation and referrals to determine appropriate military medical management, referrals, and operational dispositions.
• Evaluate adherence to medical care plans, including scheduled medical, physical therapy, and mental health appointments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive range of federal benefits; specific benefits are not detailed and eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior