Physician

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.

The Hospitalist/Nocturnist is responsible for the evaluation and management of patients admitted to the inpatient Medicine Service, including completion of a comprehensive History and Physical or short-form admission note, as designated by service protocols. The Hospitalist/Nocturnist provides comprehensive general Internal Medicine care in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice, applicable VA policies and procedures, and the standards of the Hospitalist Section and Medicine Service. Other duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates and manages patients throughout their inpatient stay and provides appropriate medical consultation to Surgical subspecialty and Mental Health Services when requested. Coordinates appropriate transfer to a facility capable of providing the necessary level of care to support continuity and safety of patient care. Provides clinical coverage and medical support for designated inpatient and residential services throughout the facility, as assigned. Evaluates acute changes in clinical condition, management of urgent medical needs, and coordination of additional services or transfer when a higher level of care is required Provides clinical oversight and supervision of residents, students, and other clinical trainees or team members assigned to the inpatient service, as applicable. Works collaboratively with physician extenders, nursing staff, social workers, discharge planners and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate effective communication, coordinated patient care, and safe and timely transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings. Participates in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care and to contribute to the effective and efficient operation of their assigned clinical services. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Work Schedule: Overnight tour, 7:00pm-7:30am EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN2EDRPCOORDINATORS@VA.GOV, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

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.