Physician, Associate Chief of Staff - Long Term Care
Location: Hampton Virginia
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is presently looking of Physician, Associate Chief of Staff - Long Term Care right now, this career will be placed in Virginia. More details about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 891827 (Include # on all documents)
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care! for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
This is an open continuous announcement. We accept applications for this occupation on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.
As a VA physician, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Applicant's education and length of practice (experience) will be considered by a Professional Standards Board and Compensation Panel in determining the gra! de and salary of the applicant selected.
Special E! mployment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
Note : Recruitment bonus and/or Relocation incentive may be authorized. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior non-Federal or military service experience.
One full-time Associate Chief of Staff of Geriatrics, Rehab and Extended Care is currently available at the Hampton VA Medical Center, Geriatrics, Rehab and Extended Care Service. The normal tour of duty is Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm. There may be some instances where the incumbent would be required to work after 4:30 p.m., or have the flexibility to work outside the normal tour of duty. Salary/Grade is determined by the Professional Standards Board based on education, qualifications, experience, and credentials. This announcement is open to all qualified US Citizens. More than one applicant may be hired from this announcement. First consideration will be given t! o permanent VAMC Hampton employees. KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship
Must pass pre-employment examination
English Language Proficiency required
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and-or Security Investigation required
Relocation/Recruitment incentive MAY be authorized upon review and approval DUTIES:
Introduction
The Associate Chief of Staff of Geriatrics, Rehab and Extended Care (GREC) provides administrative, clinical, and programmatic leadership for the Medical CenterÂ's extended care programs to ensure achievement of quality healthcare and outcomes. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Staff and serves as a key clinical resource for the Medical Center Director and the Chief of Staff.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
a. Mainly clinical duties will be performed in the Community Living Center and other extended care programs as needed within delineated ap! proved privileges as assigned by the Chief of Staff
b. Partici! pates actively in delivering in-service training for medical center disciplines and services; in teaching of Geriatric Medicine Fellows, medical school residents and medical students; and, in supporting an environment that promotes academic excellence and encourages continual learning.
c. Participates in interdisciplinary team activities in Community Living Center and provides cross coverage to other programs as needed to achieve optimum interdepartmental cooperation to assure that quality patient care is maintained or improved.
d. Directs the continuous measurement and improvement of the quality of care provided by the service.
e. Plans, coordinates, and ensures high quality through utilization of multiple quality measurement tools.
f. Responsible for the financial management including budget planning and management for GREC.
g. Develops the annual strategic and budget plan for the GREC service consistent with guidance and goals! from the DirectorÂ's Office and/or Fiscal Service.
h. Develops and implements tracking methods to monitor the serviceÂ's fiscal activities.
i. Collaborates with other service chiefs in the development and execution of the overall Medical Center strategic and business plan.
j. Plans initiatives and develops programs in collaboration with other services in order to ensure coordination of service, reduction of redundancies, and enhancement of cost effectiveness.
k. Performs other directly related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2:
Qualifications:
a. Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens).
b. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
c. Current, full and u! nrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territo! ry, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
d. Must be board certified or meet qualifications for board eligibility.
e. Proficiency in spoken and written English is required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
Reference: VA Handbook 5005/27, Part II, Appendix G-2 PHYSICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD http://www.va.gov/ohrm/joblistings/VAQualStds.doc
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Per VA Handbook 5019, Part IV, Appendix A, all full- and part-time employees, Volunteers and trainees are required to complete a Tuberculin Test prior to employment or assignment to duties where they may be exposed to tuberculosis.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE : 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefo! re, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.
Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. We will be unable to return these to you. You can receive credit for education received outside the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States when you apply.
TRANSCRIPTS ARE A REQUIRED DOCUMENT; THEREFORE, FAILURE TO SUBMIT WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds fo! r withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment) !
Applicants must meet any physical, language, license or degree requirements.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States , and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date.
Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law.
Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
Must possess Full unrestricted licensure, certification or registration.
Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a! two year probationary period.
Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. ! In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a ran! ge of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/about-va/index.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
Telework is not authorized.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Veterans Affairs.
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This career starts available on: Tue, 14 May 2013 02:59:59 GMT
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