Physician (Neurology)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Neurologist specializing in Vascular Neurology to join their team at the Tampa VA Healthcare System. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality care standards and the growth of an academic hospital program. The ideal candidate will be a U.S. citizen with a Doctor of Medicine degree and a current unrestricted medical license. You will be expected to manage acute stroke cases, provide leadership in stroke care delivery, and engage in program management. If you are an excellent communicator and team player looking to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a medical degree.
• Requires a current, unrestricted medical license.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to quality care standards in a VA academic hospital.
• Manage acute stroke cases and lead stroke care delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Adaptability

Leadership in stroke care

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Tools

Neurosonology interpretation

Job description

The Tampa VA Healthcare System's Neurology Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Neurologist (Vascular). Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

Duties

Requirements

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 physicians 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: Doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree from an approved school.
• License: Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Residency Training: Completed residency training in an accredited program leading to eligibility for board certification in Neurology.
• English Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Board Certification: Not generally required unless specified by VA policy or position requirements.

Preferred Experience:

• Fellowship training in Vascular Neurology or equivalent subspecialty.
• 2-5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience managing acute stroke cases.
• Leadership experience in stroke care delivery and program management.
• Experience with Neurosonology interpretation and neurocognitive disorders.
• Experience with GME and UME, including program directorship.
• Peer-reviewed publications within the last 5 years.

For more information, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

Physical Requirements:

Must pass a pre-employment physical examination. The position requires physical activities including lifting, carrying, reaching, use of motor vehicles, walking, standing, bending, climbing, and hearing ability. Must be physically, emotionally, and mentally stable to perform essential functions safely.