DERMATOLOGIST (Rolla)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 270,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Rolla, MO seeks a Dermatologist to provide comprehensive dermatology services. The role involves clinical, administrative, academic, and potential research activities within the VA system, including collaboration with residents and medical students.

The dermatologist will diagnose and manage a broad range of skin conditions, participate in teaching, and share on-call duties as part of a comprehensive patient care program. Competitive federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required; non-citizens allowed only where VA policy permits.
• MD or DO degree from an approved school for the year completed.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the United States.
• Residency training approved by VA for core specialty leading to board eligibility.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide dermatology care across general dermatology services.
• Diagnose and treat patients in outpatient and potentially inpatient settings.
• Collaborate with VA staff, residents, and medical students.
• Participate in clinical, administrative, academic, and research activities as warranted.
• Share after-hours call responsibilities with other physicians.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or DO

Job description

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families - caregivers - and survivors" - 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 whole health care to Veterans?

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families - caregivers - and survivors" - 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 whole health care to Veterans?

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

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 allopathic 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
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education - the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - in the list published for the year the residency - or fellowship if applicable - was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship - first year of residency - or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the Physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Exceptions: Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• In rare and unusual circumstances - the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer - who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience - accomplishments - performance - and qualifications warrant such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Preferred Experience: Board Certified or Board Eligible Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: This position requires a pre-employment physical
• Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
• pushing (approx
• 2 hours)
• reaching above shoulder
• use of fingers and both hands
• walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
• Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
• Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other
• Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
• Hearing aid is permitted.

Duties

• Discover Rolla A vibrant mix of outdoor adventure - family fun - unique shopping - and great local eats
• From splashing around at Splash Zone Waterpark and exploring scenic trails and play areas at Rolla Lions Club Den & Park to browsing treasures at the Rolla Antique Mall - there's always something to enjoy
• Rolla's charming downtown brings food - music - markets - and Route 66 energy together - making it easy to savor local dining and weekend entertainment
• Whether you're looking for relaxation - recreation - or a taste of small-town charm - Rolla has something for everyone
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory 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 8-430pm Dermatologist Job Duties: The Dermatologist will participate in and/or manage all aspects of a general dermatology program - to include clinical - administrative - academic - and research components if warranted
• The dermatologist will diagnose - treat - and manage patients according to standard - usual - and acceptable methods and techniques
• Exercise medical decision-making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for a specific group of patients
• Will provide services such as outpatient examinations - consultation services related to dermatology - including teledermatology consultation - and management of patients with current treatment regimen
• Providing clinical consultation to Harry S Truman VAMC clinical staff
• Patient caseload may be inpatient - outpatient - or both
• May work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis when a patient has symptoms that suggest an endocrine issue
• Interviews - examines - selects diagnostic testing appropriately - and interprets/collates results to coordinate patient care
• Shares after hour call responsibilities with section physicians in rotation
• Participate in education of Residents and Medical Students Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews
• Complete medical records in accordance with Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff