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Staff Physician (Primary Care)

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. This is an open continuous announcement that will be used to fill vacancies at any of the listed locations. Please ensure you identify the locations you are interested. You may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program. Please contact Human Resources at this medical center and speak with the Education Debt Reduction Program Coordinator for additional information. FIRST CUTOFF DATE: February 9, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff date will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date (February 1, 2019) or a selection is made. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Physician works as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team, collaborating with other members of the team to provide Primary Care to Veterans enrolled on the team. The physician is expected to demonstrate advanced competencies and skills in assessing the physical and psychosocial status of patients and family members, play an active role in the multi-disciplinary health care team, promote preventive health measures, manage the acute and chronic conditions of his/her assigned panel of patients and those patients assigned to other team members when circumstances require. The Primary Care Physician is accountable to the Outpatient Clinic Chief Medical Officer, ACOS/Ambulatory Care, or designee. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Primary Care of a panel of primary care patients (male and female) * Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to Veterans in the Primary Care team setting; outpatients include both scheduled and unscheduled Veterans; * Function as an integral part of a Primary Care multi-disciplinary team. * Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems; * Initiate appropriate referrals and consultations to other clinical services; * Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and/or referral; * Validate the effectiveness of previously implemented medical treatment; * Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medications; * Include patient and family in planning care and establishing realistic measurable goals for health maintenance/improvement. * Record/document health appraisal information, clinical assessments, treatment decisions, plan of care, ongoing management and therapeutic outcomes, order medications, diagnostic tests and referral consultations where needed for every patient encounter; recording will be accomplished using the electronic comprehensive patient record system (CPRS), and will be completed on the day of the encounter; * Respond to computerized "alerts" indicating diagnostic test abnormalities and to health line requests from Veterans/family members on the day of receipt (weekends excepted); * Follow Performance Measure guidelines, including completion of clinical reminders in CPRS; access and timeliness standards; prescription order entry, National VA formulary requirements, and customer service standards; * Work effectively with patients, families, members of the multi-disciplinary team, and other CAVHCS staff * Demonstrates flexibility in responding to clinic demands, adhere to personal and professional obligations and responsibilities, practice and maintain ethical standards, and sustain a work environment that is harmonious and customer service oriented. * Providers will act as surrogates for the patients of their colleagues when their colleagues are on leave/travel. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 (May be required to work weekends, holiday, and on-call as needed) Travel Required Occasional travel - May be required to provide services for all CAVHCS locations as needed. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer Similar jobs * Family Practice Physicians * Physicians, Family Practice * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, pulling, and carrying. Must be able to walk, stand, and bend for 2-4 hours per day. Must be able to distinguish between basic colors. Hearing (aid permitted). Good interpersonal skills, working closely with others. Use of fingers for 6-7 hours per day. Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Board Certification 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Pulmonologist

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at the Montgomery Campus. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. FIRST CUTOFF DATE: February 9, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff date will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date (February 1, 2019) or a selection is made. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Pulmonologist evaluates and treats pulmonary and sleep conditions on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Outpatient clinics will be held on both the Montgomery and Tuskegee campuses. Traditional and non-traditional modalities of care will be used. The Pulmonologist must have critical care skills, interpret PFTs and sleep studies and perform procedures including but not limited to CVP placement, intubation, bronchoscopy, etc. The Pulmonologist may be assigned to act as the ICU Director/Attending duties in the absence of the ICU Director. The Pulmonologist rotates on-call with one other Pulmonologist on a regular basis. He/She also may work off-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need. * Direct Patient Care. * Customer Service. * Quality management/Performance improvement. * Utilization review and management. * Evidence-based practice * Administrative and other functions as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with on-call duties on the weekend, night and holiday coverage as necessary. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, lifting light loads, assisting patients with positioning and transfers. Must be able to use a computer to input orders, review reports etc. Must be able to communicate directions and patient orders. Light lifting (under 15lbs), light carrying (under 15lbs), use of fingers, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other, hearing (aid permitted), emotional stability, mental stability, working closely with others, working alone, and working with biohazardous materials Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Board Certification 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Chief Of Staff

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and ...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at the Montgomery Campus. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVES MAY BE AUTHORIZED Permanent Change of Station Expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veteran Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station authorization includes the relocation of a household and travel expenses to new location due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. PCS expenses for non-VA employees are limited. For more information go to http://vaww.fscdirect.fsc.va.gov/pcs.asp. FIRST CUTOFF DATE: March 14, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff date will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date (March 5, 2019) or a selection is made. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The COS is the chairperson of the Medical Staff and chairs of the Executive Council of the Medical Staff. He/She acts as full assistant to the Director in the efficient management of clinical and medical services to eligible patients and the active maintenance of a medical of a medical credentialing and privileging and/or scope of practice system for licensed independent practitioners, physician assistants, clinical nurse specialists and certified registered nurse anesthetists, as well as credentialing of certain allied health practitioners per VA policy. The Chief of Staff ensures the ongoing medical education of the Medical Staff Members. The COS must possess the following characteristics: * Leadership and Organizational Representation * Program Management * Resource Management * Organizational Effectiveness * Quality Management * Medical and Other school Affiliation Management * Accountability The Incumbent directs and manages all administrative activities within the service line including budget and fiscal management. The incumbent is responsible for the successful performance of his/her assigned areas, specifically with regard to customer satisfaction, quality of patient care services provided, accreditation compliance, and the efficient delivery of services. Incumbent implements and manages Performance Improvement/QA and Performance Improvement programs within the service line. The incumbent has the knowledge and ability to respond effectively to the unique needs of patients of various age groups. The incumbent is fully responsible for developing the necessary policies, procedures, and organizational structures required to fulfill the service line's mission. The incumbent establishes the organizational structure, lines of authority and supervisory controls essential to carrying out the mission of the service line. The incumbent maintains a close liaison with service/service line chiefs, subordinate supervisors, clinical managers, team leaders, and administrative/clinical staff of the service line. The incumbent coordinates the development and implementation of the budgetary, position, and equipment management programs within the service line. The incumbent serves on various committees, task forces, etc. within VA, VHA, the VISN or Medical Center, or the local community. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Functional Statement Title/#: Chief of Staff / 00000 Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status Yes Promotion Potential 15 * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer Similar jobs * Physicians, All Other * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: * Extensive clinical experience and understanding of the relationship between various patient care providers. * History of successful administrative accomplishments. * Leadership traits that demonstrate the courage of convictions, patience, and an ability to work with others. * Emotional and physical stamina appropriate to the position. * Competence in basic management skills. * Board Certified. 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: Lifting 15-44 pounds, carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of Fingers, Near Vision correctable 13"-16" Jeager 1-4, both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate, ability to use computer Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Boiler Plant Operator

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary The incumbent of this position will perform duties as Boiler/METASYS Operator/Mechanic in the Utilities Section of Engineering Service at the Cen...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary The incumbent of this position will perform duties as Boiler/METASYS Operator/Mechanic in the Utilities Section of Engineering Service at the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS), West Campus. Incumbent will operate and monitor the METASYS energy management system 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CST Position Description Title/PD#: Boiler Plant Operator/39490A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The roles and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following: * Performs maintenance, troubleshooting and repair tasks throughout the Boiler Plant. * Operates and maintains boiler auxiliary equipment with manual and automatic controls to produce saturated steam with dual-fired boilers, burning natural gas or #2 diesel fuels. * Lights off, operates, secures, and maintains power boilers, associated equipment, and pollution control equipment. * Operates forced draft blowers, heat exchangers, fuel oil pumps, fuel pressure controls valves, fuel oil strainers, relief and safety valves, water softeners, and other similar equipment. * Regulates fuel and feed water levels, maintains required steam pressure, Tests and treats boiler water and condensate returns to prescribed limits. * Conducts preventive and corrective maintenance to all boiler plant equipment. * Assist in preparation of boiler and deareator inspections. * Performs preventive and correct maintenance to independent gas fired hot water boilers. * Incumbent Tests all safety devices in accordance with VHA Directives. * Monitors 24 hour monitoring equipment in relation to medical refrigerators, Underground Storage Tanks, Emergency Generator run panel, medical gases, fire alarms and other BackNet capable devices, and provides notice to appropriate trades personnel for response to emergency situations. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No * Job family (Series) 5402 Boiler Plant Operating Similar jobs * Boiler Operators * Operators, Boiler * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Pre-employment physical required Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/29/2018. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: * Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair * Operation of Equipment/Machinery * Self-Management Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Employee operates, maintains and repairs a modern energy plant consisting of boilers, air conditioning/chiller, refrigeration, graphic control and other pertinent equipment, pollution control equipment, air compressors, vacuum producing equipment, pumps, filtering systems, emergency electrical generators, electrical switch gear and associated systems and controls, and a central control room. The employee monitors all equipment within the plant on an hourly basis. Employee makes repairs or adjustments to equipment from ladders, platforms and in cramped or hard to reach areas. This requires standing, stooping, bending, climbing, and at times in uncomfortable or tiring positions. The position requires the following: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over; Straight pulling (1 hours); Pulling hand over hand (1 hours); Pushing (1 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (8 hours); Standing (8 hours); Crawling (1 hours); Kneeling (1 hours); Repeated bending (1 hours); Climbing, legs only (1 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; 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). Incumbent must be able to withstand exposure to high temperature as found in the boiler plant as well as to extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions found during outdoor work periods. Education

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Hospitalist

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at the Montgomery Campus. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required You may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program. Please contact Human Resources at this medical center and speak with the Education Debt Reduction Program Coordinator for additional information. FIRST CUTOFF. February 9, 2018. Applications received by the first cutoff will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date of announcement February 1, 2019 (or until filled). Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is seeking energetic full-time permanent Hospitalist. Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice. The selected Hospitalist is accountable to the Associate Chief of Staff for Acute Care & Specialties and the Chief of Staff. The physician-hospitalist is an independent care provider who is highly skilled in the management of patient's acute care needs and coordinates subspecialty evaluation and treatment. The provider has responsibilities for the evaluation, care, and disposition of patients, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, determining need for hospitalization or transferring the patient to another facility. Must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine, and experienced at management of medical conditions requiring hospitalization, and interested in engaging in ongoing process improvement with respect to measures of quality care, patient safety, patient satisfaction, patient and family education, utilization management, cost control. The Hospitalist provides teaching experiences for students and residents. Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required. Work Schedule: Rotating Tours (determined by coverage needs). Normal work schedule is 12-hour shifts on 7 day on/7 day off schedule Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer Similar jobs * Family Practice Physicians * Internal Medicine Physicians * Physicians, Family Practice * Physicians, Internal Medicine * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Physical Requirements: Lifting 15-44 pounds, Carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of fingers, Near Vision correctable 13"-16" Jaeger 1-4, Both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate clearly. Prolonged hours in front of computer. Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Board Certified 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Chief Radiologist

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at the Montgomery Campus. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives May be Authorized. Permanent Change of Station Expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veteran Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station authorization includes the relocation of a household and travel expenses to new location due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. PCS expenses for non-VA employees are limited. For more information go to http://vaww.fscdirect.fsc.va.gov/pcs.asp. FIRST CUTOFF DATE: January 24, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff date will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date (January 23, 2019) or a selection is made. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Chief, Imaging Service ensures that radiologic services are available to the Medical Staff and patients of the Central Alabama Veteran Health Care System (CAVHCS). The position involves consultative services with the Medical Staff requiring knowledge, skills, licensure, and experience of a physician. The position requires knowledge and understanding of safety, imaging procedures, relevant accreditation standards including those of Joint Commission, College of American Radiologist, and Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The position requires the ability to effectively work with the Medical Staff and the administrative staff to insure appropriate services are available when needed. It also requires supervision of technical and administrative staff in the imaging department. A large part of the above position requires the knowledge of standards of radiation safety and personnel requirements fo technical support in imaging. As the Chief, Imaging Service the incumbent also serves as a clinician and assists with the total care of the patients imaging needs and directs the practice to perform well in national and VISN initiatives. * Provides/direct serves as needed to meet the needs of the patient population being served by CAVHCS. * Must demonstrate the knowledge of the changes associated with aging. * Must serve as a clinical leader in the quality and safety of patient care. * Oversee and supervise Imaging department staff. * Provide timely and quality product. * Assign equitable radiologist duty assignments. * Develop and adhere to, standard procedures and protocols. * Ensure accurate CPT coding and assignment of workload. * Ensure compliance with federal statues, VA directives and policies, and The Joint Commission standards. * Utilize imaging software and ensures timely and consistent imaging report and record keeping. * Demonstrate leadership in interpreting and supporting the Veteran Integrated Services Network 7 mission. * Represent CAVHCS to the VISN 7leadership. * Adhere to the Medical Staff Bylaws rules and regulation. * Monitor activities which improve patient safety. * Maintain a safe radiation environment. * Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality * Ensure responsible financial management of the Imaging Service. * Recommend priviledging requirements for the performance of radiologic procedures. * Review all requests for initial and renewal credentials and clinical privledging. * Establishes plans and policies. * Monitor the productivity of imaging physicians. Work Schedule: (8:00 am to 4:30pm) Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status Yes Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. * Designated and/or random testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds), reaching above the shoulder; use of fingers and both hands; walking (4 hours), standing (4 hours), correctable vision and hearing; mental and emotional stability; hearing (aid permitted). Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Extensive supervisory experience managing and establishment of an appropriate menu of imaging procedures. Experience establishing appropriate quality assurance of procedures of Physicians, Technologist and procedures within a imaging department. 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Psychologist

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary Psychologists are Licensed Independent Providers who engage in professional and scientific work which relates to behavior, capacities, personalit...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary Psychologists are Licensed Independent Providers who engage in professional and scientific work which relates to behavior, capacities, personality, interests, emotions and mental disorders. As a Licensed Provider, you will practice independently in the provision of psychological services, consulting with peers and supervisors as appropriate. Work Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time positions available Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE MAY BE AUTHORIZED Qualified clinical trainees, residents, fellows, interns, etc. are encouraged to apply. If you would like to learn more about these opportunities please forward your CV/Resume and contact information to CAVHS.DEU@VA.GOV . NOTE: Salary range does not include locality pay and is commensurate with location. Please see the Office of Personnel Management's 2018 General Schedule (GS) Locality Pay Tables in order to review the salary range for each of the locations listed. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2018/general-schedule/. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Diagnose mental disorders, conduct psychological or neuropsychological assessments, treat mental disorders through a variety of modalities, and provide adjunctive interventions for treatment of medical disorders * Povide are individual, family, and group psychotherapies and other interventions such as behavioral health and community interventions. * Consult with medical center staff on a wide variety of patient care issues. Staff psychologists may be involved in program evaluation, teaching, training, and research activities. Travel Required Occasional travel - May be required to travel and perform duties as assigned, at varying Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) and/or Satellite Locations. Supervisory status No * Job family (Series) 0180 Psychology Similar jobs * Clinical Psychologists * Human Resources Psychologists * Psychologists * Psychologists, Clinical * Psychologists, Human Resources * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Applicants tentatively selected are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior and will not be appointed if a verified positive drug test result is received. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment. * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English * Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Qualifications 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. * English Language Proficiency Requirement - Per VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3j: No person will be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C., chapter 73 or 74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA who is not proficient in written and spoken English. * Education Requirement - You must have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. The specialty area of the degree must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR, have a doctoral degree in any area of psychology and, in addition, successfully completed a respecialization program meeting both of the following conditions: a) the respecialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA accredited doctoral program; and b) the specialty in which you were retrained is consistent with the assignment you are am applying for; OR, have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature. * Internship Requirement - You must have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed; OR, New VHA psychology internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations at the time that the individual was an intern; OR, VHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (pre-1979) are considered to be acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement; OR, Applicants who completed an internship that was not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are currently board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. (NOTE: Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification). NOTE: Applicants who have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience in a site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral program. If the internship experience is not noted on the applicant's official transcript, the applicant must provide a statement from the doctoral program verifying that the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience was completed in a site acceptable to the doctoral program. * Licensure: Candidates must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Exception: Non-licensed applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given a temporary appointment as a "graduate psychologist" at the GS-11 or GS-12 grade under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (c)(2)(B) for a period not to exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that such a psychologist provide care only under the supervision of a psychologist who is licensed. Failure to obtain licensure during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment. * Experience: In additional to meeting the basic requirements as stated above, you must have the following: * GS-11 Level: no additional experience beyond the basic requirement * GS-12 Level: at least 1 full year of experience as a professional psychologist equivalent to the GS-11 level, and are able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities: * Knowledge of and ability to apply a wide range of professional psychological treatments or assessment methods to a variety of patient populations. * Ability to design and implement effective treatment strategies. * Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures. * Ability to conduct research activities, such as designing and implementing clinical research projects (staff psychologists with specified research job duties). * Ability to perform basic research tasks of scholarship and research execution within the context of an established research team, including research participant relations, research documentation, data acquisition, maintenance, and collaboration. * GS-13 Level: at least 2 addition years of experience, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-12 level, as a professional psychologist that was obtained through employment as a psychologist or through participating in a supervised post-doctoral psychology training program that demonstrates 1) active professional practice that was paid/non-paid employment and/or 2) a full, current and unrestricted license. To be creditable, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics associated with current psychology practice: * Knowledge of, and ability to apply, professional psychological treatments to a full range of patient populations. * Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional psychology and behavioral health. * Knowledge of clinical research literature. * Experience is only creditable if it is post-doctoral degree experience as a professional psychologist directly related to the duties performed. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G18 Psychologist Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: In Accordance With VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Education Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Authorized This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan reimbursement program within VHA. If selected for this position, you are encouraged to apply for this award program and must meet specific individual eligibility criteria in accordance with VA Policy 1021. Employees must apply for EDRP within four (4) months of appointment. Final award amount and program start date is determined after review of a complete EDRP application and supporting documentation by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services team. If selected, the local HR POC will provide the EDRP contact information for application materials and procedures. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Gastroenterologist

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? Our Mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated health care system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at the Montgomery Campus. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives may be authorized. Permanent Change of Station Expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veteran Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station authorization includes the relocation of a household and travel expenses to new location due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. PCS expenses for non-VA employees are limited. For more information go to http://vaww.fscdirect.fsc.va.gov/pcs.asp. FIRST CUTOFF DATE: February 9, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff date will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date (February 1, 2019) or a selection is made. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Central Alabama Veteran Health Care System is seeking a energetic Gastroenterologist to provide consultation and treatment for patients in all patient care settings and performs diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures. Outpatient clinics may be held on both the Montgomery and Tuskegee campuses. He/She chairs or participates in committees and workgroups. He/She participates in student and resident training programs. The Gastroenterologist may have on-call time and may work off-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need. * Direct Patient Care * Customer Service * Quality management/Performance Improvement * Performance Measures * Utilization review and management * Evidence-based practice. * Administrative and other functions as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm) There will be instances when the selectee may be required to work off-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need on a rotating basis. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer Similar jobs * Gastroenterologists * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Physical Requirements: Lifting 15-44 pounds, Carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of fingers, Near vision correctable 13"-16" Jaeger 1-4, Both eyes required , depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate, ability to use computer. Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Board Certification in Gastroenterology perferred but not required. 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Emergency Dept Physician

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by se...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is a consolidated healthcare system that includes VA Medical Centers in Montgomery and Tuskegee Alabama as well as Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Dothan Alabama, Ft. Rucker Alabama, Monroeville, Alabama, Columbus Georgia and Montgomery VA Clinic. The primary duty station for this position is at Montgomery, Alabama. The incumbent will be required to work on site at the other locations as required. FIRST CUTOFF: February 9, 2018 Applications received by the first cutoff will be referred first. Applications of qualified applicants received after the first cutoff date will be referred to the selecting official once every week until the closing date of announcement February 1, 2019 (or until filled). Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for highly qualified applicants. Permanent Change of Station Expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veteran Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station authorization includes the relocation of a household and travel expenses to new location due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. PCS expenses for non-VA employees are limited. For more information go to http://vaww.fscdirect.fsc.va.gov/pcs.asp Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) is seeking energetic full time permanent Physicians (Emergency Department /MOD). Must be board certified / board eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine or Family Practice. The selected Physician is accountable to the Associate Chief of Staff for Acute Care & Specialties and the Chief of Staff. He/She must be proficient in emergency medical situations, experience in the operation and administration of the Emergency Department and committed to public service. Duties include, but are not limited to: patient assessment and treatment/management of urgent/emergent conditions, acute conditions, exacerbation of chronic conditions, vesting of new veterans, admission and/or transfer of urgent/emergent veterans, providing medical clearance for veterans requiring admission to inpatient Mental Health, and for providing care to CAVHCS staff who becomes ill or injured while on duty in the absence of the Occupational Health Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner. The MOD reports during non-administrative duty hours, i.e. prior to 8:00 a.m., and after 4:30 p.m. provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required. Work Schedule: Rotating tours (determined by coverage needs) Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 15 Who May Apply This job is open to… United States Citizens Questions? This job is open to 1 group. * Job family (Series) 0602 Medical Officer Similar jobs * Family Practice Physicians * Family Practitioners * Internal Medicine Physicians * Physicians, Family Practice * Physicians, Internal Medicine * Practitioners, Family * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English Physical Requirements: Physical Requirements: Lifting 15-44 pounds, Carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of fingers, Near Vision correctable 13"-16" Jaeger 1-4, Both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate, ability to use computer. Qualifications 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. * Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. * Proficiency in spoken and written English. * Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred Experience: Board Certified / Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice. 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. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Advanced Medical Support Assistant (Specialty Clinics)

Department Of Veterans Affairs Montgomery AL, 36101

* Duties Help Duties Summary The Advanced Medical Support Assistant (MSA) works in the Specialty Outpatient clinics and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in the Cent...

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* Duties Help Duties Summary The Advanced Medical Support Assistant (MSA) works in the Specialty Outpatient clinics and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System. The Advanced MSA is assigned to a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model, Mental Health clinic, or a Specialty Clinic included in the PACT models. The PACT Teamlet is a primary care team that generally consists of a primary care provider (MD, NP, PA), Registered Nurse Care Manager, clinical associate (LPN or medical assistant/health technician) and an administrative associate (MA/MSA/health technician). Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Occasional weekends: Saturday (Regular tour): 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The Advanced MSA is responsible for functions that include: scheduling appointments, including interpreting and verifying provider orders in accordance with VHA national scheduling guidelines; scheduling, canceling, re-scheduling patient's appointments and/or consults; entering no-show information; monitoring the electronic wait list (EWL) daily; preparing for clinic visits; monitoring both inpatient and outpatient appointments for areas of responsibility; ensuring encounter forms are completed in order to obtain appropriate workload credit; verifying and updating demographics and insurance information; processing all emergency and non- emergency transfers to other VA facilities or private hospitals; performing basic eligibility, co-pays and preauthorization requirements for specific coverage (i.e., TRICARE, sharing agreements, etc.). The Advanced MSA must be able to interpret and communicate requirements of VHA Scheduling Directives and complete accurate scheduling responsibilities. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel between facilities for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 6 * Job family (Series) 0679 Medical Support Assistance * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job * Designated and/or random drug testing may be required * Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 * You may be required to serve a probationary period * Subject to a background/security investigation * Must be proficient in written and spoken English * Must have one (1) year of experience comparable to the next lower grade (GS-05). Qualifications 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. * Physical Requirements. See below. * English Language Proficiency. MSAs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. * Experience. One (1) year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05). Grade Determinations: Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05). Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). Candidates must demonstrate the KSAs below: 1. Ability to collaborate, communicate, set priorities, and organize the work in order to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations. 2. Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, both orally and in writing, in order to meet program objectives. This may include preparing reports in various formats and presenting data to various organizational levels. 3. Advanced knowledge of the technical health care process as it relates to access to care. 4. Advanced knowledge of managing a clinic. This includes independently utilizing reference sources, decision making, and empowering the team to collaborate and resolve problems within a complex systems environment. 5. Advanced knowledge of policies and procedures associated with operational activities that affect the patient flow, patient care, and the revenue process. 6. Advanced knowledge of medical terminology due to the technical nature of language utilized by clinicians. References: Handbook 5005-15, Part II, Appendix G45, Qualification for Medical Support Assistant. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-06. Physical Requirements: This position is primarily sedentary in nature. May require moderate lifting between 15 to 45 pounds, some walking up to 2 hours per day and may work alone or closely with others. Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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