Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Physician – Deputy Chief of Physical Medicine & Rehab (Pain Management Director)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Overview
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval – award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
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 physician(s) 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.
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
rather – 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: Board Certified OR Board Eligible by either the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) – the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOBPMR) or have a subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine through the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
Preferred Experience: Possess experience related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Pain Medicine – and program development
Possess experience in managing and rehabilitating patients who have acute and/or chronic pain across the spectrum of pain related illnesses
Possess demonstrate knowledge of the various roles of team interdisciplinary pain management team 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: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
A physical examination prior to placement is required
This is a designated drug testing position
After appointment – you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
pushing (approx
2 hours)
reaching above shoulder
use of fingers and both hands
walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
Hearing aid is permitted.
Duties VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Work Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm – Monday through Friday
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
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
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
The Physician will be appointed to the medical Staff at the VA SNHCS and assigned to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Service line
The Physician is academically and clinically prepared to perform a broad spectrum of patient care services at the expert level
In addition – the MD/DO serves as a consultant to nursing and medical staff for patients with interdisciplinary team members in providing quality care and patient education and assisting patients in acute and chronic rehabilitation and pain management techniques
The MD/DO serves on medical center – VISN and/or national committees and assists in the development – evaluation – and communication of policies and standards to all healthcare disciplines
The PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief should have experience in managing and rehabilitating patients who have acute and/or chronic pain across the spectrum of pain related illnesses
Further – the PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief should demonstrate knowledge of the various roles of team interdisciplinary pain management team
It is expected that he/she be a full-time employee – appointed on a career basis – with the expectation that tenure will span several years
Leadership and understanding group dynamics is also important
Supervision of fellows – residents – medical students – physicians – and other members of the department is required
Experience related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Pain Medicine – and program development is preferred
Preferred specialty certifications include Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and/or Fellowship training in Pain Medicine
The major duties and responsibilities include – but are not limited to: Provides patient care directly or through the supervision of staff clinicians in the settings designated by the Service Chief
PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief will have administrative responsibilities for leadership and direction of PM&R/Pain development and programs – as well as effective interface with the PM&R/Pain staff and entire PM&R Service
Provide direct patient care which includes assessments – diagnosis – treatment and outcome measures of healthcare problems: initiating and adjusting therapeutic regimens – performing histories and physicals – ordering diagnostic and therapeutic tests/studies – initiating consults and referrals – and prescribing medications/supplies in accordance with VA policy – VA formulary – Federal & state regulations and scope of practice
Provide leadership to the PM&R/Pain Clinic and PM&R Department as a whole
Assume a leadership role in the development and implementation of the PM&R/Pain Clinic performance improvement plan and in the PM&R Department
Keeping the PM&R/Pain Clinic team and PM&R Department apprised of medical care advances and practice standards
Determining the need for consultation from medical – surgical – and/or psychiatric subspecialty clinics
Collaborating with other PM&R/Pain Clinic Medical Directors/Deputy Chiefs – VISN leadership – and VA Central Office staff on program development issues.
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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 physician(s) 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.
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
rather – 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: Board Certified OR Board Eligible by either the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) – the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOBPMR) or have a subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine through the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
Preferred Experience: Possess experience related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Pain Medicine – and program development
Possess experience in managing and rehabilitating patients who have acute and/or chronic pain across the spectrum of pain related illnesses
Possess demonstrate knowledge of the various roles of team interdisciplinary pain management team 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: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
A physical examination prior to placement is required
This is a designated drug testing position
After appointment – you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
pushing (approx
2 hours)
reaching above shoulder
use of fingers and both hands
walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
Hearing aid is permitted.
Duties VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Work Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm – Monday through Friday
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
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
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
The Physician will be appointed to the medical Staff at the VA SNHCS and assigned to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Service line
The Physician is academically and clinically prepared to perform a broad spectrum of patient care services at the expert level
In addition – the MD/DO serves as a consultant to nursing and medical staff for patients with interdisciplinary team members in providing quality care and patient education and assisting patients in acute and chronic rehabilitation and pain management techniques
The MD/DO serves on medical center – VISN and/or national committees and assists in the development – evaluation – and communication of policies and standards to all healthcare disciplines
The PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief should have experience in managing and rehabilitating patients who have acute and/or chronic pain across the spectrum of pain related illnesses
Further – the PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief should demonstrate knowledge of the various roles of team interdisciplinary pain management team
It is expected that he/she be a full-time employee – appointed on a career basis – with the expectation that tenure will span several years
Leadership and understanding group dynamics is also important
Supervision of fellows – residents – medical students – physicians – and other members of the department is required
Experience related to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Pain Medicine – and program development is preferred
Preferred specialty certifications include Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and/or Fellowship training in Pain Medicine
The major duties and responsibilities include – but are not limited to: Provides patient care directly or through the supervision of staff clinicians in the settings designated by the Service Chief
PM&R/Pain Medical Director/Deputy Chief will have administrative responsibilities for leadership and direction of PM&R/Pain development and programs – as well as effective interface with the PM&R/Pain staff and entire PM&R Service
Provide direct patient care which includes assessments – diagnosis – treatment and outcome measures of healthcare problems: initiating and adjusting therapeutic regimens – performing histories and physicals – ordering diagnostic and therapeutic tests/studies – initiating consults and referrals – and prescribing medications/supplies in accordance with VA policy – VA formulary – Federal & state regulations and scope of practice
Provide leadership to the PM&R/Pain Clinic and PM&R Department as a whole
Assume a leadership role in the development and implementation of the PM&R/Pain Clinic performance improvement plan and in the PM&R Department
Keeping the PM&R/Pain Clinic team and PM&R Department apprised of medical care advances and practice standards
Determining the need for consultation from medical – surgical – and/or psychiatric subspecialty clinics
Collaborating with other PM&R/Pain Clinic Medical Directors/Deputy Chiefs – VISN leadership – and VA Central Office staff on program development issues.
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