Neurologist w/EDRP

Veterans Health Administration

Amarillo (TX)

On-site

USD 250,000 - 300,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Paid time off: 50-55 days/yr

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration within the Amarillo VA Health Care System is actively recruiting for a full-time Neurologist to treat and manage a broad range of neurological conditions in Veteran patients. The role includes conducting consultations, coordinating with primary care, and providing patient-centered care in a structured setting.

The position offers Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility and a comprehensive compensation package, with a typical schedule Monday–Friday and ample

Qualifications

MD or DO degree from LCME- or COCA-accredited school; for foreign grads, ECFMG eligibility must be shown.

Responsibilities

Treat and manage neurological conditions including seizures, MS, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines, and more.
Conduct neurology consultations and follow-up care with Veterans at the Amarillo VA Health Care System.
Coordinate with primary care physicians as a consulting specialist.
Diagnose neurological disorders and order diagnostic tests (blood tests, imaging).
Perform lumbar puncture, Tensilon test, and EEG; develop patient-specific treatment plans.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Amarillo VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a full time Physician (Neurologist) specializing in treating and managing neurological conditions of Veteran patients who are experiencing seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines and much more. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Key Responsibilities

The Neurologist is responsible for treating and managing neurological conditions patients who are experience seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines, and much more. Additional duties include: Conduct neurologic consultations and follow-up care to the patients at the Amarillo VA Health Care System. Work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis should a patient shows symptoms related to a neurological issue.

Diagnose neurological disorders and order diagnostic tests such as blood tests and imaging tests to aid in identifying neurological disorders. Perform and evaluate the outcome of a Lumbar puncture, Tensilon test, and EEG. Develop treatment plan(s) for patient and their specific condition. Direct the activities of nurses and other medical technicians in the treatment of patients. Evaluate patient progress. Provide training to medical students or other staff members.

Actively continue education by staying up to date in the field to provide patients with the best care. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) 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): This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Learn more. Contact the vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, 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

Requirements & Education

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 an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $250000 – $300000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.