National Medical Association
Supervisory Physician Community Care
National Medical Association, East Orange, New Jersey, us, 07017
Summary
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.
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
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
Preferred Experience: Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or management capacity highly preferred
Physical Requirements: In Accordance With VA Directive and Handbook 5019
Duties
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact VISN2EDRPCoordinators@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 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 Analyzes management systems - techniques - and leadership styles to enhance organizational performance and optimize non-VA care delivery
Conduct management improvement studies aimed at elevating the quality of community-based care for Veterans while ensuring efficient use of allocated funds
Serves as the primary liaison between the medical center and external healthcare providers - establishing reliable - high-quality - and timely care pathways for Veterans
Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with diverse community healthcare entities - navigating market dynamics to ensure continuity and competitiveness in Veteran care access
Oversees quality assurance for Community Care - including the implementation of clinical monitors and comprehensive analysis of adverse events or care deficiencies
Provide direct care to Veterans with a panel consisting of work equivalent to .5 FTE (50% clinical) Leads or contributes to special projects and organizational reviews under the Office of the Chief of Staff - supporting enterprise-wide improvement initiatives
Provide strategic oversight of Community Care referrals - approvals - and service quality
Collaborate with frontline providers and Referral Coordination Teams (RCTs) to ensure timely decision-making - staff education - and seamless support across inpatient - outpatient - and emergency care
Promote excellence in customer service for all stakeholders engaged in Community Care
Lead ongoing training and professional development initiatives for Community Care personnel
Coordinate inter- and intradepartmental services to optimize care integration
Cultivate and sustain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders - including community organizations
Deliver direct clinical care within the scope of licensure and credentialing
Oversee care planning - implementation - and evaluation using evidence-based practices
Exercise sound clinical judgment in resolving patient care and operational challenges
Monitor and analyze care delivery through incident reviews and quality metrics
Manage unit resources to ensure efficient and effective use of equipment and supplies
Coordinate interdisciplinary care to promote positive patient outcomes
Participate in recruitment - retention - and performance evaluation of staff
Supervise - mentor - and develop nursing personnel for leadership roles
Maintain clinical expertise through ongoing education and professional development
Identify staff learning needs and facilitate targeted educational programs
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to staff and students
Promote effective communication and professional interactions with patients - families - and colleagues
Engage in performance improvement initiatives and lead interdisciplinary efforts to enhance care delivery
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
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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.
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
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
Preferred Experience: Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or management capacity highly preferred
Physical Requirements: In Accordance With VA Directive and Handbook 5019
Duties
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact VISN2EDRPCoordinators@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 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 Analyzes management systems - techniques - and leadership styles to enhance organizational performance and optimize non-VA care delivery
Conduct management improvement studies aimed at elevating the quality of community-based care for Veterans while ensuring efficient use of allocated funds
Serves as the primary liaison between the medical center and external healthcare providers - establishing reliable - high-quality - and timely care pathways for Veterans
Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with diverse community healthcare entities - navigating market dynamics to ensure continuity and competitiveness in Veteran care access
Oversees quality assurance for Community Care - including the implementation of clinical monitors and comprehensive analysis of adverse events or care deficiencies
Provide direct care to Veterans with a panel consisting of work equivalent to .5 FTE (50% clinical) Leads or contributes to special projects and organizational reviews under the Office of the Chief of Staff - supporting enterprise-wide improvement initiatives
Provide strategic oversight of Community Care referrals - approvals - and service quality
Collaborate with frontline providers and Referral Coordination Teams (RCTs) to ensure timely decision-making - staff education - and seamless support across inpatient - outpatient - and emergency care
Promote excellence in customer service for all stakeholders engaged in Community Care
Lead ongoing training and professional development initiatives for Community Care personnel
Coordinate inter- and intradepartmental services to optimize care integration
Cultivate and sustain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders - including community organizations
Deliver direct clinical care within the scope of licensure and credentialing
Oversee care planning - implementation - and evaluation using evidence-based practices
Exercise sound clinical judgment in resolving patient care and operational challenges
Monitor and analyze care delivery through incident reviews and quality metrics
Manage unit resources to ensure efficient and effective use of equipment and supplies
Coordinate interdisciplinary care to promote positive patient outcomes
Participate in recruitment - retention - and performance evaluation of staff
Supervise - mentor - and develop nursing personnel for leadership roles
Maintain clinical expertise through ongoing education and professional development
Identify staff learning needs and facilitate targeted educational programs
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to staff and students
Promote effective communication and professional interactions with patients - families - and colleagues
Engage in performance improvement initiatives and lead interdisciplinary efforts to enhance care delivery
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
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