Physician (Geriatrics)

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.

*** Exciting opportunity! Join us as a Geriatric & Extended Care Physician and make a real difference in the lives of our nation's Veterans at the Coatesville V.A. Medical Center. Step into a pivotal role where you deliver compassionate, patient-focused care across diverse clinical settings, helping those who served thrive every day. If you're passionate about serving Veterans and eager to bring your expertise to a dedicated team, APPLY NOW! *** VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized. A recruitment incentive may be paid to a highly qualified candidate. Relocation Incentives: May be authorized. A relocation incentive may be paid to a highly qualified candidate. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAVISN04HREDRP@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 The Geriatric Physician is responsible for overseeing clinical care for patients receiving geriatric services. This role involves working closely with other healthcare providers and specialists, both within the VA system and outside of it, to coordinate patient care that may require inpatient or outpatient treatment. Duties include, but are not limited to: Assess, diagnose, and treat a range of health conditions, take histories and perform physicals, order diagnostic and therapeutic tests, initiate consultations and referrals, and prescribe medications and supplies for patients at home. Communicate and consult regularly with primary and specialty care providers to support the care of geriatric patients as needed. Applies evidence-based practices to improve symptom management for geriatric patients, including palliative and end-of-life care when appropriate. Supports patients and families in defining and understanding care goals. Partners with interdisciplinary care teams to develop a written plan of care. Takes part in interdisciplinary team meetings. Provides clinical oversight, when applicable, to Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners working within these services. Participates in pre-admission screening, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary team rounds. Provides clinical services for Geriatrics and Extended Care, including Community Living Center, Home-Based Primary Care, and Palliative or Hospice care. Participates in the monitoring of quality and performance measures within the Community Living Center to ensure compliance with federal statues, VA directives and polices, the Joint Commission standards, Ascellon surveys, performance measures and other VA regulations. Participates in additional clinical duties as needed by the medical center, provided these responsibilities align with the time requirements of the role. In addition to observance of Federal, National, and Local regulatory, policy, and accreditation requirements governing this Health Care System, this position encompasses the following additional responsibilities: Participate in chart reviews, staff meetings, committees, and other process improvement initiatives. Responds to critical lab/diagnostic test result notifications in a timely manner. Ensures all encounters are closed the same day the visit was made, and complete documentation requirements in the Computerized Patient Record System in a timely manner. Maintain credentials required for privileging and re-privileging, and achieve competencies and performance standards. Complete training requirements, employee health requirements, and Environmental and Occupational requirements. Serve as Medical Officer of the Day (rotating schedule). Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

U.S. Citizenship; 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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.