Interventional Pain Management Physician – VA Albuquerque

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 320,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) in Albuquerque is seeking a full-time Physician (Pain Management) to join the Anesthesiology Service. The role involves interviewing and examining patients in the Interventional Pain Clinic and performing interventional procedures under fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance.

Responsibilities include reviewing consults, providing in-person and telemedicine care, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
• Degree must be from LCME-accredited or COCA-approved schools for the year of graduation; ECFMG eligibility if foreign medical graduate.
• For certain exceptional appointments, approvals may apply per VA/USC rules.

Responsibilities

• Interview and examine patients scheduled in the Anesthesia Interventional Pain Clinic.
• Perform interventional pain procedures/injections under fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance.
• Review consults and provide in-person, telemedicine, and telephone care as appropriate.
• Provide emergency care including CPR/ACLS as needed and document care in medical records.
• Collaborate with other physicians and departments to improve patient care and safety.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with VA policies; manage time and workload efficiently.

Education

MD or DO degree

LCME/COCA/ECFMG eligibility

Job description

The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) in Albuquerque is seeking a full-time Physician (Pain Management) to join the Anesthesiology Service. The role involves interviewing and examining patients in the Interventional Pain Clinic and performing interventional procedures under fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance.

Responsibilities include reviewing consults, providing in-person and telemedicine care, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.