Physician (Section Chief)
Administrative:
The Section Chief is responsible, under the direction of the ACOS, for the strategic direction, business planning, program development, organization and implementation of primary care. Responsible for the management / leadership of all Primary Care staff assigned to his/her section, labor and management relations, meeting the primary care needs of the patient population, standardization of clinical practice, assurance of the quality, and meeting the productivity standards and outcome measures. Responsible for ensuring that the educational and research activities in Primary Care support the patient care activities and meet all regulatory requirements. This includes residency supervision, medical record documentation and patient confidentiality. Sets standards of clinical competence and conduct which are monitored through the credentialing and privileging processes, performance evaluation, peer review, and the Performance Improvement process. Takes an active role in defining and accomplishing local and network-wide mission, vision and goals. Promotes constructive problem resolution in an environment of competing priorities and assumes accountability for all professional and administrative activities under their supervision. Demonstrates the following:
an extensive knowledge of population based (preventive) patient care, holistic medicine and the entire healthcare delivery system; an understanding of process management and the ability to promote teamwork throughout the organization; an understanding of medical economics and the ability to prepare and execute an annual business plan; and an understanding of information systems and the analytical ability to develop both clinical and financial reports that will aid in the management of Primary Care. Clinical:
Practices in an outpatient clinic setting with ECHCS at the expert level. The Section Chief is academically and clinically prepared to be responsible for managing the full spectrum of primary care. The Section Chief will work in a team setting with other physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and support staff assigned to perform duties to accomplish the treatment of ECHCS veterans. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 0800A-0430PM Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/04/2020 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 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. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred
Experience:
Primary Care/Ambulatory Care and MUST BE BOARD CERTIFIED/OR BOARD ELIGIBLE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting (under 15 lbs.), light carrying (under 15 lbs.), Walking 1 hour or less (gait/mobility aid permitted); Standing 1 hour or less (gait/mobility aid permitted); Mostly sitting; Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable to 20/40; Hearing (aid permitted); Working with hands in water; Working closely with others; Protracted or irregular hours of work; working closely with others, working alone, emotional and mental stability.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Section Chief is responsible, under the direction of the ACOS, for the strategic direction, business planning, program development, organization and implementation of primary care. Responsible for the management / leadership of all Primary Care staff assigned to his/her section, labor and management relations, meeting the primary care needs of the patient population, standardization of clinical practice, assurance of the quality, and meeting the productivity standards and outcome measures. Responsible for ensuring that the educational and research activities in Primary Care support the patient care activities and meet all regulatory requirements. This includes residency supervision, medical record documentation and patient confidentiality. Sets standards of clinical competence and conduct which are monitored through the credentialing and privileging processes, performance evaluation, peer review, and the Performance Improvement process. Takes an active role in defining and accomplishing local and network-wide mission, vision and goals. Promotes constructive problem resolution in an environment of competing priorities and assumes accountability for all professional and administrative activities under their supervision. Demonstrates the following:
an extensive knowledge of population based (preventive) patient care, holistic medicine and the entire healthcare delivery system; an understanding of process management and the ability to promote teamwork throughout the organization; an understanding of medical economics and the ability to prepare and execute an annual business plan; and an understanding of information systems and the analytical ability to develop both clinical and financial reports that will aid in the management of Primary Care. Clinical:
Practices in an outpatient clinic setting with ECHCS at the expert level. The Section Chief is academically and clinically prepared to be responsible for managing the full spectrum of primary care. The Section Chief will work in a team setting with other physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and support staff assigned to perform duties to accomplish the treatment of ECHCS veterans. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 0800A-0430PM Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/04/2020 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 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. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred
Experience:
Primary Care/Ambulatory Care and MUST BE BOARD CERTIFIED/OR BOARD ELIGIBLE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting (under 15 lbs.), light carrying (under 15 lbs.), Walking 1 hour or less (gait/mobility aid permitted); Standing 1 hour or less (gait/mobility aid permitted); Mostly sitting; Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable to 20/40; Hearing (aid permitted); Working with hands in water; Working closely with others; Protracted or irregular hours of work; working closely with others, working alone, emotional and mental stability.
- Department:
0602 Medical Officer - Salary Range:
$110,000 to $252,720 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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