Physician (Regular Ft) Primary Care

United States Department of Veterans Affairs • Washington, DC

402d • $225,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physician position at the Washington DC VA Medical Center involves providing primary care services to VA beneficiaries. The role includes direct patient care, management of chronic diseases, and supervision of medical residents and mid-level practitioners. The physician will work in a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with medical standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent from an approved institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in a U.S. State or territory.
• Completion of residency training in an accredited core specialty program.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience and interest in providing primary care to both men and women.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services to VA beneficiaries at the Washington DC VA Medical Center and associated clinics.
• Conduct assessments for acute illnesses and determine appropriate care settings for patients.
• Manage chronic diseases and provide clinical guidance through various communication methods.
• Document medical assessments and observations accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Supervise and teach medical residents and students once board-certified.
• Establish inter-personal relationships to enhance patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education and evaluating understanding.
• Utilize CPRS software for entering and signing medical orders.
• Maintain compliance with hospital infection prevention policies and ensure a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $225,000 to $300,000.
• Annual performance bonus and regular salary increases.
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year, including annual leave, sick leave, and paid Federal holidays.
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options.
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed