Physician (Anesthesiologist) PCS AUTHORIZED

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually

Comprehensive health insurance

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus)

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a board-certified Anesthesiologist at Harry S Truman VAMC in Columbia, Missouri. This position involves providing anesthesia care for various surgical cases, particularly complex cardiac procedures including CABG and TAVR. Applicants should have a full medical license, residency training, and expertise in anesthesia.

The role offers competitive salary, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package including student loan repayment programs and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a full and unrestricted license to practice medicine.
• Completion of residency training in an accredited specialty.
• Experience with anesthesia administration for complex cardiac surgeries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct anesthesia care across multiple clinical areas.
• Conduct pre-operative risk assessments and physical exams.
• Collaborate with CRNAs and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Ability to administer anesthesia

Expertise in cardiac interventions

Proficiency in English

Education

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Board certified or board eligible

Job description

Summary

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.

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
• instead - 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: Candidate must be either board certified by ABA or board eligible
• It is highly preferred that the candidate have expertise - training - and/or familiarity with anesthesia administration for complex cardiac interventions/surgeries (ie CABG - TAVR - etc) 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

• Harry S Truman VA Medical Center is located in Columbia - MO - which offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities.
• Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. - Columbia is known for its top-tier educational institutions - including the University of Missouri - thriving arts scene - and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.
• With over 3 -000 acres of parks and trails - a vibrant downtown - and a low cost of living - Columbia provides an exceptional quality of life.
• The city is also recognized for its strong healthcare system - innovative business community - and a welcoming - family-friendly atmosphere.
• Whether you're seeking professional growth - cultural engagement - or outdoor adventure - Columbia is a place where you can truly thrive.
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• VHA Physician Total Rewards.
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Authorized Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
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• 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 - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday - schedule varies and on call required.
• An Anesthesiologist at Harry S Truman VAMC will provide direct anesthesia care and support across multiple clinical areas within the hospital.
• The ideal candidate is board certified or board eligible with the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) and has experience in cardiac anesthesia (e.g., CABG, TAVR).
• Duties: Conduct pre-operative risk assessments and physical exams; Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during procedures; Perform IVs - arterial/central line placements - and monitoring device setups; Provide care in the OR - PACU - GI/bronchoscopy suites - and bedside as needed; Support post-op care - including ventilator and pain management; Participate in the pre-op assessment program; Collaborate with CRNAs - surgeons - and interdisciplinary teams; Complete administrative duties (e.g., CME - committee work - FPPE/OPPEs); Maintain an active medical license and perform other assigned duties.