Physician (Radiation Oncologist)

Department of Veterans Affairs•Memphis, TN

52d

About The Position

The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr., VAMC in Memphis, TN is recruiting for an Radiation-Oncologist to serve as a full-time radiology service physician. The position is accountable to the Chief of Radiology, for assuring the most effective delivery of state-of-the-art care by meeting or exceeding compliance standards. This vacancy will remain open until filled. Responsible for all functions which fall under the scope of care of Radiation Oncology and to be approved for VA privileges to offer these services. These include clinical and administrative management, either directly or through delegated authority of the following: Initial Patient evaluation Patient simulation, radiation treatment plan and prescription Patient management during treatment Follow up care post treatment Consultation with other services Provide emergency care 24 hours a day 365 days a year Research initiatives Resident supervision/education

Requirements

Must be approved for VA privileges to offer Radiation Oncology services
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Responsibilities

Works with and is supported by Radiation Oncology leadership.
Provides direct clinical and administrative oversight for mid-level practitioners, physics, dosimetry, radiation therapists and other clinical staff as assigned.
Responsible for providing services in an efficient, high-quality, cost effective manner within budget allocation.
Works directly with Section Chief, Radiation Oncology to assist in ensuring adequate and appropriate staffing.
Participates in recruitment, hiring, evaluation and disciplinary actions for staff.
Supports operations issues/problems resolution in a logical, step-wise fashion.
Contribute to and implement policies, procedures, performance goals, strategic plans and initiatives.
Has basic understanding of managed care practices, including health care finance, billing, coding and documentation.
Knowledge, ability and willingness to use and promote the dissemination among clinical staff of current automated technology for Health Information Management Sections (HIMS), patient data tracking, patient orders, etc.
Participates in local administrative, management, quality assurance, and other assignments, meetings or committees.
Provides direct patient care as a consultant in outpatient clinics and/or inpatient wards and will participate in the Radiation Oncology on calls schedule.
Performance reflects and demonstrates support of the Section Chief, Radiation Oncology, Chief of Radiology, Chief of Staff, Medical Center Director's, VISN Network and national goals.
Participates in regular peer review activities.
Must be alert to patient's condition and disorders.
Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so harm does not come to the patient.
Maintains patient records and files.
Follows HIPPA guidelines regarding patient information.
Ensures timely completion of daily clinic notes with accurate documentation and coding of service rendered.
Practice's radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self, in compliance with department and VA radiation safety procedures to maintain occupational exposures "as low as reasonable achievable" (ALARA).
Knowledgeable of the Rad-Cal program for use with emergency patients.
Provides patients with accurate and compassionate treatment.
Follows established safety practices and reports to Chief as promptly as possible to unsafe conditions, unsafe practices or any occupational illness or injury sustained.
Adheres to all safety and health standards, regulations, work practices and uses proper protective equipment as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): 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. Learn more.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
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)
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
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM