Staff Physician (SCI/Neuro)
The responsibilities include hands on clinical work, oversight and administration of assigned aspects of the clinical service, including research and/or guidance and training for residents and other trainees. Clinical Competence A. Clinical Care Provides rehabilitation medicine care for patients with spinal cord injuries and complicated neuromuscular diagnoses consistent with community standards and current guidelines and practices. Demonstrates concern for patient well-being and customer service. Takes initiative to improve the quality of patient care and proactively address clinical problems such that optimal patient care may be provided. Coordinates patient care with other relevant services. Stays abreast of current practices and meets local, state, federal, and other regulatory requirements to maintain licensure and provide high quality care. Takes into consideration age and culturally related differences of the various veteran populations served. Accurately documents clinical care provided in accord with medical center bylaws and all relevant regulations. Quality Improvement Continuously assesses and improves the quality of clinical care. Continuously assesses and improves the processes of care delivery. Improves patient outcomes through use of strategies such as clinical practice guidelines and critical pathways, health risk assessments, use of electronic medical record and clinical reminders, and case management. Follows standards issued by various accrediting and regulatory groups and VACO. Educational and Research Competence Encourages and supports education and research missions. Facilitates translation of research findings into improved patient outcomes via instruction to other staff members, residents and trainees, and patients. Participates in continuing education and complies with performance standards. Supports a climate where continuous learning and self development are valued. Administrative Competence Demonstrates commitment to the Medical Centers goals. Participates and promotes an atmosphere of trust. Demonstrates commitment and accountability to the One VA concept. Models behavior, attitudes, and action expected of all staff. . Budget and Fiscal Management Participates in initiatives and programs to ensure coordination of service, reduction of redundancies, and enhancement of cost effectiveness. Demonstrates appropriate management of resources pertinent to clinical duties. Computer Security Requirements:
Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with applicable laws, Federal regulations and VA policy. Follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized programs and files, release of access codes, etc. Personal Qualities A. Communications Effectively communicates with other service employees, patients and their families, employees from other services, stake holders, hospital leadership, and VISN and VACO staff when required. Exhibits clear, honest, and open communications in meetings and other interactions. Customer Service Provides services with a patient centered vision to enhance patient education and shared decision making. Supports a customer-oriented culture. Participates in identification and implementation of best practices for customer service. Participates in removing barriers that impede good service delivery. Uses resources to provide services to customers effectively and efficiently. Team Building Participates in the interdisciplinary team demonstrating innovation, motivation, and continuous striving for excellence in patient care and customer service. Demonstrates technical competence when working with team members. Understands the interrelationships of all the medical center services to in achieving the mission. Works creatively with other team members to build and maintain a cost-effective, integrated health care system. Works collaboratively with others in the medical center to assure full support and coordination between the services. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, stakeholders and hospital leadership to support high performance. Builds partnerships with the community to enhance Medical Center goals. Work Schedule:
MONDAY-FRIDAY 0800-1630 Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. 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 Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with applicable laws, Federal regulations and VA policy. Follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized programs and files, release of access codes, etc. Personal Qualities A. Communications Effectively communicates with other service employees, patients and their families, employees from other services, stake holders, hospital leadership, and VISN and VACO staff when required. Exhibits clear, honest, and open communications in meetings and other interactions. Customer Service Provides services with a patient centered vision to enhance patient education and shared decision making. Supports a customer-oriented culture. Participates in identification and implementation of best practices for customer service. Participates in removing barriers that impede good service delivery. Uses resources to provide services to customers effectively and efficiently. Team Building Participates in the interdisciplinary team demonstrating innovation, motivation, and continuous striving for excellence in patient care and customer service. Demonstrates technical competence when working with team members. Understands the interrelationships of all the medical center services to in achieving the mission. Works creatively with other team members to build and maintain a cost-effective, integrated health care system. Works collaboratively with others in the medical center to assure full support and coordination between the services. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, stakeholders and hospital leadership to support high performance. Builds partnerships with the community to enhance Medical Center goals. Work Schedule:
MONDAY-FRIDAY 0800-1630 Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. 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 Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
- Department:
0602 Medical Officer - Salary Range:
$107,569 to $282,480 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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