Oscar G Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility (DOVA)
Physician Assistant – EHRM
Oscar G Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility (DOVA), Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States, 49801
Overview
The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center is seeking a Physician Assistant focused on VA’s Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM). You will contribute to the lives of Veterans. Open & closing dates: 10/27/2025 to 11/05/2025. Location: Iron Mountain, MI. 3 vacancies. Full-time, permanent appointment. Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. Travel: 25% or less as needed. Telework: not available. Remote job: No. Relocation: No. Duties
Clinical: Independent evaluation of Veterans through new patient intake, including prevention and patient self-management; provide comprehensive evaluations for male and female Veterans. Direct and manage referrals for clinical concerns identified during evaluations. Collaborate with Medical Staff and administrative/support teams to deliver timely, quality, coordinated care. Apply approved standards of care, safety protocols, and procedures in all settings; promote continuity of care with other health resources. Remain current with trends and skills; serve as a resource for the medical center staff; provide gender-specific primary care services. Informatics: Apply health informatics to advance VA goals, improve health IT systems usability and health care quality. Collaborate within VISN and national informatics programs to uphold healthcare standards across clinical domains. Enhance informatics competencies through required training; support clinical processes and data analysis with informatics products. Administrative: Assist with continuity of care across the VHA system; provide on-site leadership to ensure timely care. Participate in Quality Improvement activities and serve on medical center committees as assigned by CHIO. Education/Research: Maintain current knowledge of clinical care trends; participate in clinical research when appropriate; follow VA regulations for research. Work Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP):
This position may be eligible for the Physician/Provider CBOP. For details, contact the VHA CBOP Manager at vacontractbuyoutprog@va.gov. Requirements and Qualifications
Conditions of employment
Open to qualified candidates; U.S. Citizens preferred; non-citizens may be appointed where recruitment of qualified citizens is not possible. Drug testing required prior to appointment; refusal will result in denial of employment. Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959. Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Background/security investigation conducted. Online onboarding and acceptable identification required for pre-employment; REAL ID compliance notes. Pre-employment physical examination; influenza vaccination program participation is required for all HCP. Probationary period possible. Complete all application requirements as detailed in the announcement. Qualifications
Physician Assistant Basic Requirements Master’s degree in any discipline or a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant Passing PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) or in process to take it Full and unrestricted license to practice in a U.S. state/territory/DC Note:
Applicants pending completion of education or certification/licensure may be referred and tentatively selected; hiring occurs after requirements are met. Education
and accreditation: Education must be accredited by recognized U.S. Department of Education-accredited institutions. See the VA qualification standards for details. Education
Education must be accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized institution. If using foreign education, provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcripts. Required documents
To apply, provide a complete application package including: CV/Resume Cover Letter (optional in some cases) Special note: Use the provided link to download the standard Clinical Resume Document; upload the two-page resume accordingly. Full resume/CV may be uploaded in the “Other” document field. Include any applicable documents such as transcripts, SF-50s, etc. Cover Letter DD-214/Statement of Service Disability Letters (Schedule A/VA) License CV PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/Notification of Personnel Action Transcript How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. Complete the questionnaire and submit required documents by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/05/2025. Preview the questionnaire at the provided USAJOBS link. Click Apply Online to create or log in to your USAJOBS account; upload resume and supporting documents. Submit your answers to finalize the application package. Note:
Ensure all responses and documents are submitted before the closing date. Optional: You may opt-in to share your résumé with hiring managers; this does not affect your application. Agency contact information
Amanda Smithy Phone: 708-768-3202 Email: Amanda.Smithy@va.gov Address: Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Facility, 325 East H Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, US Next steps
After submission, you will receive an email confirmation. Applications will be reviewed for qualification and eligibility; referred applicants will be notified of status and may be contacted for an interview. Status updates are available in USAJobs. Benefits A federal career offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on position type and work schedule.
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The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center is seeking a Physician Assistant focused on VA’s Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM). You will contribute to the lives of Veterans. Open & closing dates: 10/27/2025 to 11/05/2025. Location: Iron Mountain, MI. 3 vacancies. Full-time, permanent appointment. Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. Travel: 25% or less as needed. Telework: not available. Remote job: No. Relocation: No. Duties
Clinical: Independent evaluation of Veterans through new patient intake, including prevention and patient self-management; provide comprehensive evaluations for male and female Veterans. Direct and manage referrals for clinical concerns identified during evaluations. Collaborate with Medical Staff and administrative/support teams to deliver timely, quality, coordinated care. Apply approved standards of care, safety protocols, and procedures in all settings; promote continuity of care with other health resources. Remain current with trends and skills; serve as a resource for the medical center staff; provide gender-specific primary care services. Informatics: Apply health informatics to advance VA goals, improve health IT systems usability and health care quality. Collaborate within VISN and national informatics programs to uphold healthcare standards across clinical domains. Enhance informatics competencies through required training; support clinical processes and data analysis with informatics products. Administrative: Assist with continuity of care across the VHA system; provide on-site leadership to ensure timely care. Participate in Quality Improvement activities and serve on medical center committees as assigned by CHIO. Education/Research: Maintain current knowledge of clinical care trends; participate in clinical research when appropriate; follow VA regulations for research. Work Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm. Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP):
This position may be eligible for the Physician/Provider CBOP. For details, contact the VHA CBOP Manager at vacontractbuyoutprog@va.gov. Requirements and Qualifications
Conditions of employment
Open to qualified candidates; U.S. Citizens preferred; non-citizens may be appointed where recruitment of qualified citizens is not possible. Drug testing required prior to appointment; refusal will result in denial of employment. Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959. Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Background/security investigation conducted. Online onboarding and acceptable identification required for pre-employment; REAL ID compliance notes. Pre-employment physical examination; influenza vaccination program participation is required for all HCP. Probationary period possible. Complete all application requirements as detailed in the announcement. Qualifications
Physician Assistant Basic Requirements Master’s degree in any discipline or a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant Passing PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) or in process to take it Full and unrestricted license to practice in a U.S. state/territory/DC Note:
Applicants pending completion of education or certification/licensure may be referred and tentatively selected; hiring occurs after requirements are met. Education
and accreditation: Education must be accredited by recognized U.S. Department of Education-accredited institutions. See the VA qualification standards for details. Education
Education must be accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized institution. If using foreign education, provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcripts. Required documents
To apply, provide a complete application package including: CV/Resume Cover Letter (optional in some cases) Special note: Use the provided link to download the standard Clinical Resume Document; upload the two-page resume accordingly. Full resume/CV may be uploaded in the “Other” document field. Include any applicable documents such as transcripts, SF-50s, etc. Cover Letter DD-214/Statement of Service Disability Letters (Schedule A/VA) License CV PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/Notification of Personnel Action Transcript How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. Complete the questionnaire and submit required documents by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/05/2025. Preview the questionnaire at the provided USAJOBS link. Click Apply Online to create or log in to your USAJOBS account; upload resume and supporting documents. Submit your answers to finalize the application package. Note:
Ensure all responses and documents are submitted before the closing date. Optional: You may opt-in to share your résumé with hiring managers; this does not affect your application. Agency contact information
Amanda Smithy Phone: 708-768-3202 Email: Amanda.Smithy@va.gov Address: Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Facility, 325 East H Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, US Next steps
After submission, you will receive an email confirmation. Applications will be reviewed for qualification and eligibility; referred applicants will be notified of status and may be contacted for an interview. Status updates are available in USAJobs. Benefits A federal career offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on position type and work schedule.
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