Physician - Neurologist

Diversity Inc.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment/Relocation incentives

EDRP loan repayment program

Telework/Hybrid schedule

Job summary

The Robert J Dole VA Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking a full-time Neurologist to lead and advance neurology services for Veteran patients. You will develop programs, coordinate with medical leadership, and deliver high-quality care in a federal setting.

Eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) exists, with loan repayment considerations and potential incentives. Telework/Hybrid options may be arranged as part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States or territory.
• Residency training approved by ACGME or AOA in Neurology or equivalent
• Board certification or eligibility in Neurology preferred; prior VA experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Neurology program at the facility.
• Collaborate with the Chief of Medicine and service chiefs to expand neurology services.
• Ensure high quality, ethical care and lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a standard work schedule (8:00am–4:30pm) and participate in telework/hybrid options as determined by supervision

Skills

English proficiency

Neurology knowledge

Education

MD or DO (Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine)

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
• 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/Eligible in Neurology preferred and Prior VA experience
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Light lifting - under 15 pounds - light carrying under 15 pounds - pulling hand over hand 1.5 hours (varies) - pushing - 1 hour (varies) - reaching above shoulders - use of fingers - walking (6 hours- varies) - standing (8 hours- varies) - repeated bending (4 hours varies) - use of hands and fingers - ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously - near vision correctable at 12"" to 16"" Jaeger 1 to 4 - hearing (aid permitted).

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): May be approved for a highly qualified candidate
• Telework: Hybrid/Virtual work schedule to be determined by supervisor
• 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 The Robert J Dole VA Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking a full-time Neurologist to serve Veteran patients of the facility
• The incumbent will develop - implement - and maintain currently accepted Neurology practice at the RJDVAMC
• The Neurologist is fully responsible to the Chief of Medicine Service for clinical matters concerning the neurology program
• The duties and responsibilities of the Anesthesiologist include - but are not limited to - the following: Formulate and recommend plans for a comprehensive Neurology program
• Develop the requirements of staff - facility infrastructure - equipment - and supplies needed to support the Neurology program - utilizing necessary reviews and controls
• Assume responsibility for carrying out the goals - objectives - plans and policies established by the Medical Center Director and VA Heartland Network
• Provide accountability for all neurology operations - assuring support of the mission and values of the RJDVAMC
• Work collaboratively with the facility Service Chief's as to expand and/or enhance neurology service offered at RJDVAMC
• Utilize data about target population and available resources - formulate strategic short term and long-range plans and goals for the service
• Complete performance (OPPE) Audits of same specialties in Neurology within the VISN
• Appraise the effectiveness of the various neurology programs and services in meeting the needs of patient care
• Create and foster an environment of system-oriented quality improvement
• Ensure all Veterans receive high quality - efficient - timely - and appropriate care with the highest professional and ethical standards and quality of care
• Work Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday - Flexible/alternate work schedule to be determined by supervisor.