Physician (Geriatrics/Pallative Care) Job in Memphis - 98222389 - ZA5VRPGLPWHFU

Job Title:
Physician (Geriatrics/Pallative Care)

Department:
Department Of Veterans Affairs

Agency:
Veterans Health Administration

Job Announcement Number:
064-11

SALARY RANGE:
$96,539.00 - $195,000.00 /year
Salary set commensurate with education and experience.

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, March 31, 2011 to Friday, March 30, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:VM-0602-00/00

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full-Time  Permanent

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy - Memphis, TN

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.

JOB SUMMARY:

A Recruitment Incentive is negotiable for a highly qualified candidate.  You must sign an agreement to remain with the VAMC Memphis for up to three years.  Relocation Expenses have been authorized

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass pre-employment examination.
• Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.

Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Memphis, TN

Description of Duties: The VA Medical Center Memphis is seeking a full time physician board certified and/or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Geriatric. The focus of this position is Palliative Care, in which the incumbent addresses the quality of life of patients and their families facing life threatening illness, through the prevention, assessment and treatment of pain and other physical, psychological, and spiritual problems. Incumbent must have the ability to teach students, residents, and fellows and be eligible for a faculty appointment at the University Of Tennessee Health Science Center. Incumbent must have geriatric experience in outpatient and inpatient direct patient care, including acute emergency evaluation, geriatric consultation, and clinical team participation. Inpatient and outpatient internal medicine responsibilities are required; after hours and weekend call are expected. Minimum of one year fellowship training in geriatrics or extensive clinical experience in geriatric medicine is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Basic Qualification Requirements:

a.  Citizenship – US Citizenship required unless US Citizens are not available.  Non-citizens may be appointed when no citizens are available in accordance with regulations issued by the Under Secretary for Health.  The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) supports the Exchange Visitor Program and the 2-year home residence requirement and seeks waivers only when it is clearly in the interest of the Department and its programs.

b.  Education – Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine, and board certification in Internal Medicine are required.

c.  Licensure and Registration – 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.

d.  Physical Standards – Applicant must meet the physical standards established for this position.

e.  English Language Proficiency – Applicant must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(s) and 7407(d).

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.  All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.

After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.


BENEFITS:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
OTHER INFORMATION:This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.

You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.

The materials you send with your application will not be returned.

If you fax your application, we will not consider it.

Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.

You will be required to serve a probationary period of 2 years.


HOW TO APPLY:Mail your applications so it will be postmarked by closing date. If hand delivered, be sure your application is received by closing date.

Applications received by government fax, email, or in government postage paid envelopes will not be accepted and will be returned to the applicant.   Application forms cannot be copied byHuman Resources Management Service and will not be returned to you.  You should keep a copy of your application package for your future use in applying for other positions.  Failure to comply with the application procedures may result in an applicant receiving less than full credit in the evaluation process.   Application packages may be obtained from the office listed below or by calling (901) 523-8990 Ext. 5928.   Mail or bring your complete application package to the following address:

VA MedicalCenter

Human Resources Management Service (05R), Room CE-252

1030 Jefferson Avenue

Memphis, TN38104-2193

If you are eligible for consideration under a special hiring authority (as identified under Who May Apply), please indicate this consideration in the cover letter sent with your resume. If you wish to also be considered under the competitive examining process, submit two complete applications. You will be asked to submit proof of eligibility at a later time.

Required Documents:

·Application for Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists, and Chiropractors (VA Form 10-2850)

·Complete resume or C.V.

·Three (3) letters of reference

·Official original college transcripts

·Copy of current, full and unrestricted license

·Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50)  Required only from current or former Federal employees.   Submit most recent action showing highest grade/step held.  Former Federal employees should submit a copy of their separation personnel action.

·Performance appraisals   Submit most recent from VA, other Federal or private sector employment.

·Military discharge certificate (DD-214) Applicable only to veterans. Submit copy showing type of discharge.

·Application for 10 point Veteran Preference (SF-15) Applicable only to veterans claiming 10-point veteran preference.  Attach required supporting documentation.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Stephanie McDuffie
Phone: 901-523-8990X5928
Email: Stephanie.McDuffie@va.gov Agency Information:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
VA Medical Center
1030 JEFFERSON AVENUE
Memphis, TN 38104-2193
US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.