Physician (Pulmonary)

Physician (Pulmonary)Department of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

10/21/2019 to 12/31/2019

##### Service

Competitive

##### Pay scale & grade

VM 00

##### Salary

$104,843 to $348,000 per yearEducation and length of practice will be considered through a formal

pay-setting process in determining the final salary (Base Pay +

Market Pay).

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Multiple SchedulesLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Charleston, SCRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center seeks to recruit a Pulmonary

Physician to serve under the Pulmonary Section of Medicine Service

in Charleston, SC.THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL THE VACANCY IS FILLED. IT

MAY BE EXTENDED OR CLOSED PRIOR TO THE CURRENT CLOSING DATE. 1ST

CUTOFF DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS 11/5/2019. AFTER THAT

DATE, APPLICATIONS WILL BE REFERRED AS REQUESTED BY

MANAGEMENT.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesThe Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center (RHJVAMC) in

partnership with our academic affiliate, the Medical University of

South Carolina (MUSC), seeks to recruit two part- to full-time staff

physician(s) with training and certification in pulmonary and

critical care medicine. In addition, there are opportunities to work

in sleep medicine. The physician(s) chosen will play an integral

role in the management, growth, and future direction of our

Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep Section at our growing 1A VAMC

facility. These physicians will build on the existing strengths and

commitment to service excellence, high quality Veteran care,

education, and scholarly endeavors in an environment that

underscores a respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities will include promoting and conducting high-quality

patient-centric clinical care including lab-based, inpatient and

outpatient consultation, mentoring trainees, mid-level providers,

and for senior level physicians, junior faculty, developing an

outstanding educational experience for learners of all levels, and

conducting scholarly research and quality improvement. There is a

high demand for outpatient pulmonary consultation and the candidates

should anticipate a significant proportion of their work being in

this area. A robust ACGME-accredited fellowship training program in

Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep provides ample teaching

opportunities. The RHJ VAMC has strong funded programs in health

services research, health care disparities, clinical trials, and

basic science. Collaboration with faculty or other investigators at

the RHJ VAMC or MUSC is available. Protected time for clinical or

basic research can be supported based on interest, previous work,

and funding. The Physician(s) will report under the Medicine Service

and Pulmonary Section at the VAMC and will have an academic

appointment at MUSC, which may include additional clinical,

teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities. The

division of time between the two medical centers is negotiable.

Applicants must have an MD or equivalent degree and must be ABIM

Board eligible / certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care.

Additional certification in Sleep Medicine is desirable. Previous VA

experience is a strong plus. The appropriate candidate will have

experience and training supporting requirements for an academic

appointment at an early- to senior-career level.Work Schedule: If full-time, 8:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday through

Friday; if part-time, hours are negotiable.

Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredThis position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program

(EDRP), a student loan reimbursement program. If selected for this

position, you must meet specific individual eligibility requirement,

and submit your application within four months of appointment. The

final award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to

five years) is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment

Services Office.Travel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone

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- RequirementsConditions of Employment

United States Citizenship Required; non-citizens may only be

appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens

in accordance with VA Policy

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

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online

onboarding process

Must pass pre-employment physical examination

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 12/31/2019.

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 PulmonaryReference: 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: The population of male and female

veterans served ranges from the adult, age 18, to the elderly adult,

age 65 and over. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is a major

interdisciplinary teaching facility, serving medical, surgical, and

neurological inpatients and outpatients. There is a large outpatient

psychiatric population, with admissions for medical co-morbidities.

This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear

distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires

potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping,

sitting, bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting of claim files which

can be multiple volumes. Transferring patients and objects may be

required. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and

contaminated materials and may be required to don protective

clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures.

The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are

combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders.

The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual

capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to

shift priorities based on patient needs.EducationNote: 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.Additional informationVA offers a comprehensive benefits package. This link provides an

overview of the benefits associated with a VA practice: VHA

physician brochure.Annual leave shall accrue for full-time physicians at the rate of

eight (8) hours per biweekly pay period.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer

competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related

positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the

Schedule A excepted appointment authority.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for

Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at

VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and

coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE

MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your

application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be

verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or

omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine

your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for

this vacancy.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.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processCredentialing, Suitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes (upload C.V. as resume document type):

Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all

documents required for your application, such as a copy of your

transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's, etc.

- Cover Letter

- DD-214/ Statement of Service

- Disability Letter (VA)

- License

- OF-306

- VA Form 10-2850

- Resume

- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

- TranscriptIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: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. Therefore, provide only the

attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting

institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this

vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may

affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a

comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your

family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to

make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal

benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold

and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific

benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

12/31/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10632158.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log

in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your

USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete

the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Details page will display the status of your

application, the documentation received and processed, and any

correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your

uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy

announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationJames [email protected] H Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

109 Bee Street

Charleston, SC 29401

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