Defense Health Agency
Physician (Family Practice) GP-0602-14
Defense Health Agency, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
The position is located in the Department of Primary Care at McDonald Army Health Center, Fort Eustis, VA. This description is typical of family medicine position descriptions and is not a complete list of all duties/responsibilities.
Work involves performing specific medical tasks, such as conducting physical exams, follow-up appointments for health issues, fitness-for-duty evaluations, medical boards, flight physicals and aeromedical summaries. The duties require board certification or eligibility for certification in Family Medicine.
Work will be conducted under the general professional direction of the Chief, Department of Primary Care. Work is performed with considerable freedom from technical supervision. Consultation in a specialty area is available on request. The patient care duties involve the full range of requirements established by appropriate military regulations and the facility\'s leadership.
Medical malpractice liability insurance is not required for federal civilian healthcare providers as they are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while acting within the scope of their employment.
Employee works under the general supervision of the Chief, Department of Primary Care, who discusses/sets policies and objectives. There is no direct supervision, and the individual exercises independent judgment in selection and performance of the full range of diagnostic procedures for patients. Incumbent works independently in accordance with methods and practices of the medical profession and established administrative policies as an expert in the field of adult medicine and Geriatrics. Medical diagnoses are not reviewed and the individual has considerable latitude for professional technical decisions, overall effectiveness, and accomplishment of objectives. The quality of professional and administrative work is evaluated using the quality assurance principles, policies, and regulations as mandated by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations.
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Who May Apply: US Citizens
Responsibilities
As a Physician(Family Medicine), duties require incumbent to be board certified or eligible in Family Medicine; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified, and able to perform said protocols unsupervised. Incumbent must also be able to communicate those skills and knowledge to other health professionals and paraprofessionals in time of need.
Takes ownership, responsibility for care of assigned panel of patients. Provides first contact, continuous, comprehensive primary care for infants, children, youth, and/or adults according to current standards of care, the patient centered medical home model of care, and military policy and relevant regulations. Care is generally rendered in the outpatient clinic on a scheduled basis, but they may be walked in or added to the physician\'s schedule. Provides care, advice, and referral coordination via telephone and secure messaging as appropriate. Meets targets for productivity established for the department. Provides diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic services to patients primarily in the Department of Primary Care. As a physician, is responsible for examining, diagnosing, and prescribing courses of treatment in cases of illness and injuries. Performs military specific medical tasks, including (but not limited to) periodic physical exams, follow-up for health issues identified during Post-Deployment Health Reassessment, temporary and permanent profiles, fitness-for-duty evaluations, medical boards. Performs procedures within scope of practice and scope of care for the Department of Primary Care. Physician must have or be willing to attain a working knowledge of computer systems required in the performance of daily tasks.
Provides direction/oversight to the assigned medical staff on duty within the Department of Primary Care when the incumbent is on duty. Provides medical supervision for the coordination of care obtained from outside civilian and non-civilian hospitals/nursing homes.
Must understand the medical mission necessary to support the Department of Primary Care and West Point. Works closely with the Performance Improvement Program to reduce patient complaints and enhance the image of medical services available. Coordinates with ancillary care areas, i.e., Radiology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Nutritional Care, Rehabilitation Services and Occupational Health. Participates in training courses at the hospital as a participant and/or instructor.
Qualifications
US Citizenship is required. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs and other organizations. You will receive credit for qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is provided in this document. Basic Requirement for Physician (Family Practice): Degree:
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by the appropriate accrediting bodies. A foreign medical degree requires equivalency evidenced by ECFMG, fifth pathway, or USMLE, as applicable.
Licensure:
Current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
Graduate Training:
At least one year of supervised clinical experience after medical degree (internship or first year of residency) in an accredited setting.
Residency Training for GP-14 Position: Accredited residency training in Family Medicine and equivalent experience equal to at least 4 years. Experience may not substitute for required residency training.
If selected for a Physician position, a salary quote will be provided after initial offer is accepted. Salary determination is based on tier scale, position specialty, grade, and location. This announcement may be used to fill positions at any of the tiers listed below. Tier 1: $121,020 - 300,000
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As a Physician(Family Medicine), duties require incumbent to be board certified or eligible in Family Medicine; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified, and able to perform said protocols unsupervised. Incumbent must also be able to communicate those skills and knowledge to other health professionals and paraprofessionals in time of need.
Takes ownership, responsibility for care of assigned panel of patients. Provides first contact, continuous, comprehensive primary care for infants, children, youth, and/or adults according to current standards of care, the patient centered medical home model of care, and military policy and relevant regulations. Care is generally rendered in the outpatient clinic on a scheduled basis, but they may be walked in or added to the physician\'s schedule. Provides care, advice, and referral coordination via telephone and secure messaging as appropriate. Meets targets for productivity established for the department. Provides diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic services to patients primarily in the Department of Primary Care. As a physician, is responsible for examining, diagnosing, and prescribing courses of treatment in cases of illness and injuries. Performs military specific medical tasks, including (but not limited to) periodic physical exams, follow-up for health issues identified during Post-Deployment Health Reassessment, temporary and permanent profiles, fitness-for-duty evaluations, medical boards. Performs procedures within scope of practice and scope of care for the Department of Primary Care. Physician must have or be willing to attain a working knowledge of computer systems required in the performance of daily tasks.
Provides direction/oversight to the assigned medical staff on duty within the Department of Primary Care when the incumbent is on duty. Provides medical supervision for the coordination of care obtained from outside civilian and non-civilian hospitals/nursing homes.
Must understand the medical mission necessary to support the Department of Primary Care and West Point. Works closely with the Performance Improvement Program to reduce patient complaints and enhance the image of medical services available. Coordinates with ancillary care areas, i.e., Radiology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Nutritional Care, Rehabilitation Services and Occupational Health. Participates in training courses at the hospital as a participant and/or instructor.
Qualifications
US Citizenship is required. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs and other organizations. You will receive credit for qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is provided in this document. Basic Requirement for Physician (Family Practice): Degree:
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by the appropriate accrediting bodies. A foreign medical degree requires equivalency evidenced by ECFMG, fifth pathway, or USMLE, as applicable.
Licensure:
Current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
Graduate Training:
At least one year of supervised clinical experience after medical degree (internship or first year of residency) in an accredited setting.
Residency Training for GP-14 Position: Accredited residency training in Family Medicine and equivalent experience equal to at least 4 years. Experience may not substitute for required residency training.
If selected for a Physician position, a salary quote will be provided after initial offer is accepted. Salary determination is based on tier scale, position specialty, grade, and location. This announcement may be used to fill positions at any of the tiers listed below. Tier 1: $121,020 - 300,000
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