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This position is 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. 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. 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 (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 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: 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. 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. ["Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to highly qualified candidates. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Contact cynthia.powell3@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance The Wilmington VA Healthcare System is currently recruiting for one full time Physician to serve as Community Living Center (CLC) Medical Director. Major duties and responsibilities include: Provide direct patient care, offer support to the provider staff and work with additional interdisciplinary staff. Work closely with the Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) of the GEC&R Care line, Associate Chief Nurse for GEC&R at the site and collaborate with the GEC&R Care Line Manager. Will educate Veterans, staff, and family about geriatric syndromes, functional assessment, and end-of-life issues. This will include, but is not limited to, documentation, process workflow and other functionality regarding necessary clinical systems. Will work with staff and physicians to optimize the usage of clinical systems to promote quality outcomes and provide support in accordance with organizational goals. He/she will work closely with hospital staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure that the highest standards of quality and services are maintained. He/she serves as a liaison between customers and other departments and services and will work directly with all levels of the organization on projects, committees and teams to meet the overall needs of GEC&R and the facility. Admit, follow and discharge Community Living Center (CLC) patients as needed to maintain good patient flow- Provide geriatric and palliative care consultation for the Veteran population. Coordinates medical care and participates in the establishment of policies, procedures, and guidelines necessary for clinical care in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Ensure that patients have appropriate physician coverage and ensure provision of physician and health care practitioner services. Ensures employees receive constructive feedback are realistically appraised against clearly defined and communicated performance standards and are held accountable for appropriate levels of performance and conduct. Provide specific guidelines for physician performance expectations for the Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE) and the Pay for Performance (P4P) programs. Assist the facility to monitor the performance of health care staff by serving on the Medical Records Committee (MRC). And performing ongoing chart reviews. Facilitate feedback to physicians and other health care practitioners on performance and practices and work collaboratively with other Services/Departments to improve patient flow and the overall patient experience. Monitor the activities of physicians, PAs and Nurse Practitioners, and intervene as needed on behalf of residents or administration of the facility. Review and assume a leadership role in the adequate protection of residents' rights, advance care planning, and other ethical issues. Obtain the services of qualified professionals to serve as consultants to any resident need that enhances quality of care. Review recommendations of interdisciplinary treatment team and take appropriate and timely action as needed to implement recommendations. Promotes \"I CARE\" both in direct interactions with staff and Veterans as well as in the decision-making process and evaluation of subordinates. Visibly demonstrates the Core Values in interactions with Veterans, staff, and other stakeholders. Makes staff feel comfortable about disclosing errors and close calls while maintaining professional accountability. Protects staff from retaliation for raising concerns about quality, safety and business integrity. Demonstrates professional and personal integrity at all times. Provide advance health care that is personalized, proactive, and patient-driven, and engages and inspires Veterans to their highest possible level of health and wellbeing Specific performance results are expected from the employee during the appraisal period and where applicable, reflect key opportunities for improvement that support VISN and facility measures identified in authoritative VA reporting and analytic systems. The supervisor is expected to produce specific performance results, focusing on enhancing patient-driven outcomes for Veterans, from the strategic plan or other measurable outputs and outcomes clearly aligned to organizational goals and objectives. Participate in resident care management system, including quality of life indicators, emergency care or any necessary transfer procedures. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm"]

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