U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician (Urology)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Bay Pines, Florida, United States, 33504
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Pay Range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $265,122.00/yr – $400,000.00/yr
Summary The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is recruiting for two well‑trained, energetic Physician (Urology) professionals who are board certified or board eligible in Urology with DaVinci Robotic training and experience. The Urologist works full time for Surgical Care Services and provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, growth, and development of the VA.
Qualifications To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements listed below, as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) specified 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.
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.
Education: 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.
License and Registration: Current – full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, 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 in Urology 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.
PRPs 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.
English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre‑employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019; this examination is administered by VA Occupational Health.
This position requires: light to moderate lifting (15 – 44 lbs.), light carrying (15 lbs or less), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (up to 2 hours), standing (up to 2 hours), kneeling (up to 1 hour), ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, near vision correctable at 13″ to 16″, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, ability to distinguish shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted), emotional stability, mental stability, working closely with others, and working alone.
Duties
The 2‑page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series.
For more information – refer to Required Documents below.
This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made.
These positions are eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program.
You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.
Program Approval – award amount (up to $200 000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more – VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
VHA Physician Total Rewards: Pay – competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases; Paid Time Off – 50‑55 days of paid time off per year; Retirement – traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % in contributions by VA; Insurance – federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care; Licensure – one full and unrestricted license from any U.S. 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 Urologist will work full time at the C.W.Y. VA Medical Center in Surgical Services.
The Urologist performs urological surgical procedures on patients and has surgical duties that include admission, consultation, pre‑operative work‑ups and postoperative care to correct or treat various urological conditions, illnesses and injuries.
He/she provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions.
Employ the following responsibilities: Performs urological surgical procedures on patients including related admission, consultation, and work‑up – pre‑operative and postoperative care to correct or treat various conditions, illnesses and injuries.
Makes preliminary diagnosis.
Directs, prescribes or provides treatment, arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required.
Actively participates in emergency and on‑call schedule.
Provides comprehensive urologic care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up services to patients.
Performs some procedures in the Urology clinic such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsies and ESWLs on SB in addition to other surgical procedures in the operating room.
Manages patients during their inpatient course – using consultants when appropriate and performs inpatient consultations on patients from other services.
Conducts outpatient clinics.
Reviews patients’ medications – diet – course of therapy – adherence to management plan and patient observations.
Modifies management plan as indicated.
Instructs and counsels patients as required.
Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians and accepts referrals and outpatient consultations from other providers.
Functions in a teaching capacity by educating others (patients – staff – trainees – and/or seminar participants) in the assessment – treatment – management and evaluation of gynecologic disorders.
Refers patients as appropriate.
Works closely with allied health professionals and participates in the Surgical Department Quality Assurance and Peer Review programs.
Work schedule: Monday‑Friday – 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor).
The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industry
Government Administration
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Physician (Urology)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs .
4 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Pay Range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $265,122.00/yr – $400,000.00/yr
Summary The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is recruiting for two well‑trained, energetic Physician (Urology) professionals who are board certified or board eligible in Urology with DaVinci Robotic training and experience. The Urologist works full time for Surgical Care Services and provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, growth, and development of the VA.
Qualifications To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements listed below, as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) specified 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.
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.
Education: 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.
License and Registration: Current – full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, 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 in Urology 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.
PRPs 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.
English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre‑employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019; this examination is administered by VA Occupational Health.
This position requires: light to moderate lifting (15 – 44 lbs.), light carrying (15 lbs or less), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (up to 2 hours), standing (up to 2 hours), kneeling (up to 1 hour), ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, near vision correctable at 13″ to 16″, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, ability to distinguish shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted), emotional stability, mental stability, working closely with others, and working alone.
Duties
The 2‑page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series.
For more information – refer to Required Documents below.
This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made.
These positions are eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program.
You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.
Program Approval – award amount (up to $200 000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more – VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
VHA Physician Total Rewards: Pay – competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases; Paid Time Off – 50‑55 days of paid time off per year; Retirement – traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % in contributions by VA; Insurance – federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care; Licensure – one full and unrestricted license from any U.S. 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 Urologist will work full time at the C.W.Y. VA Medical Center in Surgical Services.
The Urologist performs urological surgical procedures on patients and has surgical duties that include admission, consultation, pre‑operative work‑ups and postoperative care to correct or treat various urological conditions, illnesses and injuries.
He/she provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions.
Employ the following responsibilities: Performs urological surgical procedures on patients including related admission, consultation, and work‑up – pre‑operative and postoperative care to correct or treat various conditions, illnesses and injuries.
Makes preliminary diagnosis.
Directs, prescribes or provides treatment, arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required.
Actively participates in emergency and on‑call schedule.
Provides comprehensive urologic care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up services to patients.
Performs some procedures in the Urology clinic such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsies and ESWLs on SB in addition to other surgical procedures in the operating room.
Manages patients during their inpatient course – using consultants when appropriate and performs inpatient consultations on patients from other services.
Conducts outpatient clinics.
Reviews patients’ medications – diet – course of therapy – adherence to management plan and patient observations.
Modifies management plan as indicated.
Instructs and counsels patients as required.
Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians and accepts referrals and outpatient consultations from other providers.
Functions in a teaching capacity by educating others (patients – staff – trainees – and/or seminar participants) in the assessment – treatment – management and evaluation of gynecologic disorders.
Refers patients as appropriate.
Works closely with allied health professionals and participates in the Surgical Department Quality Assurance and Peer Review programs.
Work schedule: Monday‑Friday – 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor).
The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industry
Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by 2x.
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