Physician (Geriatrics)

The WPB VA has a designated role in the service that serves as the Attending Physician and Palliative care provider in the Geriatrics and Extended Care service in the community living center, inpatient, and outpatient care at the VA WPB Health Care system. The incumbent provides clinical services in Hospice, Palliative care and Geriatrics for veterans enrolled in the VAWPB Health care system. They will also be a teaching faculty member in our Hospice & Palliative care and Geriatrics programs.

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Eligible applicants will be referred until all vacancies are filled. The WPB VA has a designated role in the service that serves as the Attending Physician and Palliative care provider in the Geriatrics and Extended Care service (GEC) in the community living center, inpatient, and outpatient care at the VA WPB Health Care system. The incumbent provides clinical services in Hospice, Palliative care and Geriatrics for veterans enrolled in the VAWPB Health care system. They will also be a teaching faculty member in our Hospice & Palliative care and Geriatrics fellowship programs. They will have the following duties and responsibilities: A. Serves as a resource to senior management and other clinical and administrative leaders on issues impacting the delivery of care for veteran's who use the Geriatrics Department services. B. Assists team members in maintaining a comprehensive program in Hospice, Palliative care, and Geriatrics to ensure compliance with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) guidelines and Directives and other relevant standards. C. Takes part in the Palliative Care consults as a team member and takes direct patient care assignment in all aspects of care both in inpatient and outpatient setting. D. Serves as the attending of record for veterans admitted to CLC including the valor way hospice neighborhood. E. Participates in educational activities related to the delivery of services to community living center residents and promotes and supports appropriate continuing education programs for other staff members. F. Establishes and promotes an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation among professional and support staff to achieve a high level of productivity, customer and staff satisfaction and effective communication channels within the Service and across other Care Lines/Services/Programs. J. Participates in medical provider assignments and coverage in the department in collaboration with the Chief of Geriatrics and Extended care. K. Ensures that they provide resident care services within established clinical privileges, scope of practice, competencies, and qualifications. M. Serves as direct staff provider within the Department of GEC as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VHA Physician Total Rewards Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Telework: Not available Travel: Not required Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not available EDRP Authorized: 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. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN8CCOE@va.gov., the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer 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

NOTE: Prior to accepting a final employment offer, all selected applicants will be required to sign a Memorandum of Understanding regarding deployment responsibilities You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination and maintain CDT physical readiness. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Must be able to meet physical demands which include strenuous physical activity to include carrying persons and equipment, walking long distances over difficult terrain, running, climbing, working long hours in austere or arduous conditions, long periods of standing, and bending and stooping. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.