Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Section Chief of Urology
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
Overview
This position is in the Veterans Administration (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - Mid Atlantic Healthcare Network (VISN 6) - Fayetteville VA Medical Center. The incumbent serves as Section Chief of Urology for the Department of Surgery and functions within an interdisciplinary staff. The incumbent is responsible for and accountable for ensuring the provision of comprehensive urologic services, the care and administrative needs of the urology surgery patient in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and complies with established policies within the Department of Surgery. The Section Chief reports to the Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff for all clinical and administrative duties and assists in supervising. This position may include administrative, clinical, education, and research responsibilities, with time mapping and resources to meet expected proficiencies. The duties are performed in accordance with national and local regulatory, policy, and accreditation requirements governing this health care system.
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 VA physicians 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.
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
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 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) -OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) - 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
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 or fee-basis
PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
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
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Additional Requirement: Must be board certified
Preferred Experience: Background in Urology
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to perform all activities of the position without restriction
This position may involve standing - walking - stooping - bending - reaching - lifting - and turning
The work may involve going up and down flights of stairs.
Duties This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCMENT
All qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager on a weekly basis
The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series
For more information - refer to Required Documents below
This position is in the Veterans Administration (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - Mid Atlantic Healthcare Network (VISN 6) - Fayetteville VA Medical Center
The incumbent serves as Section Chief of Urology for the Department of Surgery and functions within an interdisciplinary staff consisting of physicians - technicians - administrative and clerical staff
The incumbent is responsible for and accountable for ensuring the provision of comprehensive urologic services - the care and administrative needs of the urology surgery patient in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and complies with established policies within the Department of Surgery
The Section Chief of Urology is directly responsible to the Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff for all clinical and administrative duties and assists in supervising
In addition to compliance with national and local regulatory - policy - and accreditation requirements governing this health care system - this position encompasses the following responsibilities - in partnership with his/her Administrative Officer and the support of the section chiefs - and supervisors
The incumbent requires appropriate time mapping and resources to ensure they are empowered to meet expected proficiencies in administration - clinical practice - education - and research
The Section Chief of Urology is under the direct supervision of the Chief of Surgery and the performance appraisal is conducted by the Chief of Surgery
Administrative Duties: Obligations/Responsibilities: Attending required staff meetings - communicating up and down the chain of command - and helping prepare heads-up and issue briefs related to adverse patient outcomes
Clinical Management including indirect patient care: open encounters and open consult maintenance - CPRS documentation requirements - monitoring of clinic management
Maintains involvement in matters concerning clinic productivity - relevant performance measures - Quality and Patient Safety oversight - as well as process improvements (system redesigns)
First line supervision - under the Chief - Surgical Service - for all urologist assigned to the Surgical Service
Clinical Duties: The Urology service encompasses a broad range of pathologic entities with both conservative as well as surgical treatment options
These patients often have severe concomitant medical problems - mental health and chronic pain issues and are multi-symptomatic
This intense interaction requires that the Urologist make - and implement - sound and reasonable decisions and demonstrate above average personal and team performance/cooperation
Exemplary attention to accuracy and detail is required
Admission history and physicals - preoperative evaluations - orders - progress notes - aftercare plans and discharge summaries
The incumbent is expected to remain privileged and practicing in their specialty field
Education: Practitioners are expected to show effectiveness in teaching - monitor and coordinate educational activities - and comply with necessary trainee supervision requirements
Research and Development: If the incumbent is involved in research - they will show an ability to work with the physician to identify and define significant Research and Development problems - to plan and execute a precise research program - and to generate effective reports and results worthy of publication
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Available to highly qualified candidates
Relocation Incentive: Available to eligible candidates
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized
Learn more
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact Cheryl Lahair at cheryl.lahair@va.gov - 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
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
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
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This position is in the Veterans Administration (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - Mid Atlantic Healthcare Network (VISN 6) - Fayetteville VA Medical Center. The incumbent serves as Section Chief of Urology for the Department of Surgery and functions within an interdisciplinary staff. The incumbent is responsible for and accountable for ensuring the provision of comprehensive urologic services, the care and administrative needs of the urology surgery patient in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and complies with established policies within the Department of Surgery. The Section Chief reports to the Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff for all clinical and administrative duties and assists in supervising. This position may include administrative, clinical, education, and research responsibilities, with time mapping and resources to meet expected proficiencies. The duties are performed in accordance with national and local regulatory, policy, and accreditation requirements governing this health care system.
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 VA physicians 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.
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
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 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) -OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) - 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
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 or fee-basis
PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
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
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Additional Requirement: Must be board certified
Preferred Experience: Background in Urology
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to perform all activities of the position without restriction
This position may involve standing - walking - stooping - bending - reaching - lifting - and turning
The work may involve going up and down flights of stairs.
Duties This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCMENT
All qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager on a weekly basis
The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series
For more information - refer to Required Documents below
This position is in the Veterans Administration (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - Mid Atlantic Healthcare Network (VISN 6) - Fayetteville VA Medical Center
The incumbent serves as Section Chief of Urology for the Department of Surgery and functions within an interdisciplinary staff consisting of physicians - technicians - administrative and clerical staff
The incumbent is responsible for and accountable for ensuring the provision of comprehensive urologic services - the care and administrative needs of the urology surgery patient in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and complies with established policies within the Department of Surgery
The Section Chief of Urology is directly responsible to the Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff for all clinical and administrative duties and assists in supervising
In addition to compliance with national and local regulatory - policy - and accreditation requirements governing this health care system - this position encompasses the following responsibilities - in partnership with his/her Administrative Officer and the support of the section chiefs - and supervisors
The incumbent requires appropriate time mapping and resources to ensure they are empowered to meet expected proficiencies in administration - clinical practice - education - and research
The Section Chief of Urology is under the direct supervision of the Chief of Surgery and the performance appraisal is conducted by the Chief of Surgery
Administrative Duties: Obligations/Responsibilities: Attending required staff meetings - communicating up and down the chain of command - and helping prepare heads-up and issue briefs related to adverse patient outcomes
Clinical Management including indirect patient care: open encounters and open consult maintenance - CPRS documentation requirements - monitoring of clinic management
Maintains involvement in matters concerning clinic productivity - relevant performance measures - Quality and Patient Safety oversight - as well as process improvements (system redesigns)
First line supervision - under the Chief - Surgical Service - for all urologist assigned to the Surgical Service
Clinical Duties: The Urology service encompasses a broad range of pathologic entities with both conservative as well as surgical treatment options
These patients often have severe concomitant medical problems - mental health and chronic pain issues and are multi-symptomatic
This intense interaction requires that the Urologist make - and implement - sound and reasonable decisions and demonstrate above average personal and team performance/cooperation
Exemplary attention to accuracy and detail is required
Admission history and physicals - preoperative evaluations - orders - progress notes - aftercare plans and discharge summaries
The incumbent is expected to remain privileged and practicing in their specialty field
Education: Practitioners are expected to show effectiveness in teaching - monitor and coordinate educational activities - and comply with necessary trainee supervision requirements
Research and Development: If the incumbent is involved in research - they will show an ability to work with the physician to identify and define significant Research and Development problems - to plan and execute a precise research program - and to generate effective reports and results worthy of publication
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Available to highly qualified candidates
Relocation Incentive: Available to eligible candidates
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized
Learn more
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact Cheryl Lahair at cheryl.lahair@va.gov - 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
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
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
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