Physician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligible

Education debt reduction program

Federal benefits (health/vision/dental

Paid time off

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Health Administration seeks a Primary Care Physician to manage care for enrolled patients within the Tennessee Valley Health Care System.

You will lead a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) and coordinate outpatient services in a busy clinical setting. Responsibilities include performing histories and exams, prescribing medications, ordering tests, and ensuring smooth care transitions.

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from LCME/COCA-accredited school; ECFMG eligibility for non-U.S. grads; valid US licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for a panel of outpatients and evaluate/treat acute and chronic conditions.
• Perform histories and physical exams; document findings and plans; provide disposition.
• Prescribe medications, order labs/imaging, and interpret results.
• Supervise nurse practitioners/physician assistants and serve as a clerkship preceptor.
• Utilize VHA systems and telemedicine tools to enhance access and care coordination.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Primary Care Physician serves as a practicing physician who is responsible for the overall management of patients enrolled for healthcare services provided by the Tennessee Valley Health Care System. Responsible for administrative tasks associated with clinic operations, provides leadership and direction to support staff assigned to their PACT (Patient Aligned Care Team).

Key Responsibilities

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. 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.

• 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
• Functions/Scope of Assigned Duties: Fully implements the components and processes relative to the VHA Primary Care Medical Home (PCMH) healthcare system design.

Coordinates care for a panel of outpatients as assigned by TVHS. Evaluates and treats acute and chronic health problems for scheduled and unscheduled patients in the clinic setting. Performs histories and physical exams. Provides appropriate documentation to minimally include history, physical exam findings, diagnosis, definitive care plan and disposition of the patient.

Ensures that patient encounters are appropriately closed, including disposition that clearly indicates the next steps of care. Ensures that each patient is provided a list of current medications and an appointment list at close-out. Performs office procedures contained within their approved privileges. Prescribes medications as appropriate. Orders routine laboratory, radiological and diagnostic tests and provides initial interpretation of results.

Communicates test results to patients. Responds to questions and other inquiries from patients including use of secure messaging. Initiates or expedites requests for consultations and special tests. Provides education to the patient and family as necessary. Orders immunizations and other preventive or screening services as necessary. Screens patients to determine the need for hospitalization. Performs Basic Life Support as necessary.

Communicates clinical findings to other providers using the Computerized Patient Record System. Functions as the managing physician for nurse practitioners and/or physician assistants as assigned by TVHS. Functions as a preceptor for residents in the clinic setting as assigned by TVHS. Treats patients 18 years of age or greater.

Consistently communicates and treats customers, Veterans, their representatives, visitors and all VA staff in a courteous, tactful and respectful manner. The Primary Care Physician (Float) will provide the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures and will handle conflicts and problems when dealing with customers constructively and appropriately.

The Primary Care Physician (Float) will protect printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 and other applicable laws Federal Regulations, VA statures and policy and VHA policy.

The Primary Care Physician (Float) protects data from unauthorized release, or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion and follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files and release of access codes, etc. Uses data sets contained in the VHA Almanac, Compass, EQM, and High-Risk Registries to identify and more highly manage patients at high risk and /or that have recurring outcome values that are outside the norm.

Electronically tracks various components of care to promote a higher level of care coordination. Maximizes the use of virtual care modalities such as Home Telemedicine, VA Video Connect, Telephone visits, Secure Messaging and e-Consults to enhance access to care. Complies with the Medical Center Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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 $200000 – $315000/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-04-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.