Veterans in Healthcare
Physician (Medical Director for Geri-PACT)
Veterans in Healthcare, Tuskegee, Alabama, United States, 36083
Overview
Physician (Medical Director for Geri-PACT)
position at
Veterans in Healthcare . The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) in Tuskegee, AL is seeking a BE/BC Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physician or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship to join the leadership team as the
Medical Director of the Geriatrics Patient Aligned Care Team (GERI-PACT) . The Medical Director for GERI-PACT of the Outpatient Clinic is accountable to the ACOS/GEC&R or designee for the coordination and oversight of clinical and administrative activities in the outpatient clinic. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to Veterans in the Geriatric Primary Care team setting; outpatients include both scheduled and unscheduled Veterans. Function as an integral part of a Geriatric Primary Care multi-disciplinary team to coordinate, facilitate, and provide patient care and services. Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems. Initiates appropriate referrals and consultation to other clinical services. Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and/or referral. Validate the effectiveness of previously implemented medical treatment. Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medication. Include patient and family in planning care and establishing realistic measurable goals for health maintenance/improvement. Record/document health appraisal information, clinical assessment, treatment decisions, plan of care, ongoing management and therapeutic outcomes, order medications, diagnostic tests and referral consultations where needed for every patient encounter, recording will be accomplished using the electronic comprehensive patient record system (CPRS), and will be completed on the day of the encounter. Promote all PACT initiatives. Coordinate clinic schedules, including provider and clerical staff leave requests. Develop and administer performance plans and appraisals for subordinates as required by VA regulations. Work Schedule
Full Time. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday). On-call if required, alternating one week on and one off. Recruitment/Relocation/Salary
Recruitment Incentive Authorized. Relocation expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veterans Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station is the relocation of a household due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. Salary Range: Up to $210,000 per year. Contact Information
For more information please call Sam Wright at 334-272-4670 ext: 4305 or email samuel.wright4@va.gov. Qualifications
Board eligibility or board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship is required. Geriatric Fellowship is preferred. Education: Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from a school approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Licensure and Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States or its territories; licensure requirements may be waived if practicing internationally with equivalent licensure. Physical Standards: A pre-placement physical examination is required to determine physical and mental fitness for appointment. English Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English. All Individuals: Must meet basic qualification standards for appointment. Clinical privileges must be recommended by the chief, staff/professional standards board as granted by the Director of Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System. Physician must provide complete credentials and privileging information in a timely manner. Note:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education verification may be required. Benefits
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. For more information please visit the VA job benefits page. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Physician (Medical Director for Geri-PACT)
position at
Veterans in Healthcare . The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) in Tuskegee, AL is seeking a BE/BC Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physician or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship to join the leadership team as the
Medical Director of the Geriatrics Patient Aligned Care Team (GERI-PACT) . The Medical Director for GERI-PACT of the Outpatient Clinic is accountable to the ACOS/GEC&R or designee for the coordination and oversight of clinical and administrative activities in the outpatient clinic. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to Veterans in the Geriatric Primary Care team setting; outpatients include both scheduled and unscheduled Veterans. Function as an integral part of a Geriatric Primary Care multi-disciplinary team to coordinate, facilitate, and provide patient care and services. Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems. Initiates appropriate referrals and consultation to other clinical services. Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and/or referral. Validate the effectiveness of previously implemented medical treatment. Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medication. Include patient and family in planning care and establishing realistic measurable goals for health maintenance/improvement. Record/document health appraisal information, clinical assessment, treatment decisions, plan of care, ongoing management and therapeutic outcomes, order medications, diagnostic tests and referral consultations where needed for every patient encounter, recording will be accomplished using the electronic comprehensive patient record system (CPRS), and will be completed on the day of the encounter. Promote all PACT initiatives. Coordinate clinic schedules, including provider and clerical staff leave requests. Develop and administer performance plans and appraisals for subordinates as required by VA regulations. Work Schedule
Full Time. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday). On-call if required, alternating one week on and one off. Recruitment/Relocation/Salary
Recruitment Incentive Authorized. Relocation expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veterans Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station is the relocation of a household due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. Salary Range: Up to $210,000 per year. Contact Information
For more information please call Sam Wright at 334-272-4670 ext: 4305 or email samuel.wright4@va.gov. Qualifications
Board eligibility or board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship is required. Geriatric Fellowship is preferred. Education: Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from a school approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Licensure and Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States or its territories; licensure requirements may be waived if practicing internationally with equivalent licensure. Physical Standards: A pre-placement physical examination is required to determine physical and mental fitness for appointment. English Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English. All Individuals: Must meet basic qualification standards for appointment. Clinical privileges must be recommended by the chief, staff/professional standards board as granted by the Director of Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System. Physician must provide complete credentials and privileging information in a timely manner. Note:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education verification may be required. Benefits
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. For more information please visit the VA job benefits page. Equal Opportunity Employer
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