Overview
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Open & closing dates
Opening and closing dates
12/21/2020 to 03/16/2021
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Service
Excepted
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Pay scale & grade
VM 15
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Salary
$180,000 to $243,000 per year
Education and length of practice are considered through a formal pay-setting process to determine the final compensable salary (Base Pay + Market Pay)
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Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types - Permanent and Temporary Appointments may be available
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Work schedule
Multiple Schedules - Full-Time, Part-Time and/or Intermittent schedules may be available
Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
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Anchorage, AK
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Birmingham, AL
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Montgomery, AL
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Tuscaloosa, AL
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Tuskegee, AL
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Fayetteville, AR
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Little Rock, AR
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North Little Rock, AR
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Phoenix, AZ
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Prescott, AZ
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Tucson, AZ
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Fresno, CA
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Livermore, CA
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Loma Linda, CA
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Long Beach, CA
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Los Angeles, CA
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Mather, CA
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Menlo Park, CA
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Palo Alto, CA
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San Diego, CA
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San Francisco, CA
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Vallejo, CA
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Aurora, CO
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Denver, CO
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Glendale, CO
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Grand Junction, CO
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Newington, CT
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West Haven, CT
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District of Columbia, DC
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Wilmington, DE
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Bay Pines, FL
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Gainesville, FL
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Lake City, FL
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Miami, FL
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Orlando, FL
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Saint Petersburg, FL
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Tampa, FL
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West Palm Beach, FL
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Atlanta, GA
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Augusta, GA
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Decatur, GA
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Dublin, GA
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Duluth, GA
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Honolulu, HI
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Des Moines, IA
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Iowa City, IA
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Boise, ID
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Chicago, IL
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Danville, IL
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Hines, IL
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Marion, IL
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North Chicago, IL
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Westchester, IL
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Fort Wayne, IN
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Indianapolis, IN
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Marion, IN
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Leavenworth, KS
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Topeka, KS
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Wichita, KS
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Fort Thomas, KY
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Lexington, KY
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Louisville, KY
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Alexandria, LA
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New Orleans, LA
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Pineville, LA
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Shreveport, LA
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Bedford, MA
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Boston, MA
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Brockton, MA
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Jamaica Plain, MA
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Leeds, MA
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West Roxbury, MA
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Baltimore, MD
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Linthicum, MD
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Perry Point, MD
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Augusta, ME
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Togus, ME
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Battle Creek, MI
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Detroit, MI
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Iron Mountain, MI
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Saginaw, MI
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Eagan, MN
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Minneapolis, MN
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Saint Cloud, MN
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Columbia, MO
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Kansas City, MO
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Poplar Bluff, MO
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Saint Louis, MO
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Biloxi, MS
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Jackson, MS
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Ridgeland, MS
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Fort Harrison, MT
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Miles City, MT
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Asheville, NC
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Durham, NC
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Fayetteville, NC
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Salisbury, NC
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Fargo, ND
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Grand Island, NE
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Lincoln, NE
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Omaha, NE
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Manchester, NH
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East Orange, NJ
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Lyons, NJ
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Albuquerque, NM
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North Las Vegas, NV
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Reno, NV
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Albany, NY
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Batavia, NY
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Bath, NY
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Bronx, NY
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Brooklyn, NY
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Buffalo, NY
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Canandaigua, NY
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Montrose, NY
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New York, NY
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Northport, NY
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Syracuse, NY
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Wappingers Falls, NY
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Chillicothe, OH
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Cincinnati, OH
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Cleveland, OH
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Columbus, OH
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Dayton, OH
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Muskogee, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Portland, OR
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Roseburg, OR
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White City, OR
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Altoona, PA
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Butler, PA
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Coatesville, PA
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Erie, PA
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Lebanon, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Wilkes Barre, PA
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San Juan, PR
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Providence, RI
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Charleston, SC
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Columbia, SC
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Fort Meade, SD
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Hot Springs, SD
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Sioux Falls, SD
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Memphis, TN
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Mountain Home, TN
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Amarillo, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Big Spring, TX
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Bonham, TX
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Dallas, TX
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El Paso County, TX
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Harlingen, TX
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Houston, TX
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Kerrville, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Temple, TX
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Waco, TX
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Hampton, VA
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Richmond, VA
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Salem, VA
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White River Junction, VT
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Lakewood, WA
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Seattle, WA
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Spokane, WA
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Tacoma, WA
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Vancouver, WA
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Walla Walla, WA
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Madison, WI
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Milwaukee, WI
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Tomah, WI
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Beckley, WV
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Clarksburg, WV
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Huntington, WV
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Martinsburg, WV
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Cheyenne, WY
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Sheridan, WY
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
This job is open to
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The public
U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Announcement number
CBFF-10993133-21DNI-COVID19
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Videos
Videos
https://youtube.com/embed/cXBqf65y3F8
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Duties
Duties
Summary
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT in support of COVID-19 operations. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 28, 2020 and applicants will be referred on an 'as needed' basis. NOTE: Announcement will remain open until no longer needed but no later than March 16, 2021.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
The Physician is located within Primary Care Service in support of COVID-19 operations and may be permanently or temporarily appointed on an intermittent, part-time or full-time schedule. The physician has responsibilities for the evaluation, care, and disposition of patients, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, determining needs for hospitalization or transferring the patient to another facility. Major duties include, but are not limited to:
- Providing direct hands-on patient care;
- Assessing patients for acute illnesses and determine whether patients need to be admitted to the hospital or managed in the outpatient setting;
- Managing chronic diseases;
- Providing clinical guidance over the phone, by Secure Messaging and through mail;
- Ensuring accurate documentation of medical assessments and observations;
- Managing emergencies and writing admission orders and completing required paperwork;
- Managing transfers into and out of the facility; and
- Coordinating hand-off communication.
Work Schedule: A variety of work schedules are available; Work schedule will be determined upon selection. NOTE: May be expected to work rotating weekends and holidays.
Pay Schedule: The salary range listed in this announcement is a Base-Line Salary range ($180,000 - $243,000) estimate for a full-time work schedule. Starting salary will be set based on locality (which may include a special pay rate depending upon location), as well as FT, PT or Intermittent employment.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Certain locations are deemed as 'Hard to Fill' and 'may' offer Recruitment Incentives, but such an Incentive is not guaranteed.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation assistance: Not Available
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required
Student Loan Repayment/Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): This position may be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan reimbursement program. To participate in the program, you must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA Policy 1021 and submit your application within four months of appointment. The final award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services office. EDRP approval is contingent on this occupation and specialty being deemed "hard-to-recruit-and-retain" at the duty location you are interested in.
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off: 26 days paid annual leave (carryover up to 86 days), 13 days paid annual sick leave (unlimited carryover), 10 paid Federal holidays per year.
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).
Incentives: Possible signing bonus and student loan repayment up to $200K for eligible debt.
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory and you can practice anywhere in VHA.
CME: Possible $1,000 per year stipend + possible 1 week paid authorized absence to attend.
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting and no restrictive covenants.
Travel Required
Not required
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Requirements
Requirements
Conditions Of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
- Designated and/or random drug testing required
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- You may be required to serve a probationary period
- Subject to a background/security investigation
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
- Must pass pre-employment physical examination
Qualifications
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.
Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; Use of fingers; Walking, 2 hours; Standing, 2 hours; Work closely with others; and Work alone.
How You Will Be Evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Background checks and security clearance
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Required Documents
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes (upload C.V. as resume document type):
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's, etc.
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- OF-306
- VA Form 10-2850 is requested with your application submission. (See 'Required Document' Section of Job Announcement to download form)
- Copy of professional licensure is requested. Failure to submit a copy of license may result in non-consideration
- Professional Certification
- Resume
- SF-15
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Benefits
Benefits
A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
https://www.vacareers.va.gov/Content/Documents/Print/TotalRewardsBrochure.pdf
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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How to Apply
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10993133.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers, and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a face mask throughout the influenza season.
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. Referral certificate(s) 'may' be issued and if so, applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants will receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy And gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.
Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:
- An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations or how to contact an agency.
Legal and regulatory guidance
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