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Come join our team and get pure job satisfaction, while caring for those who have served (or are currently serving) our country...our nation's Veterans.
As one of the most modern health care facilities in the country, the Baltimore VA Medical Center offers veterans state-of-the-art medical technology, clinical services and research programs. The medical center is home to the world's first filmless radiology department, which allows health care providers to have nearly instant access to patient radiology images from anywhere in the facility and throughout the health care system. The medical center's "patient friendly" design features plant-filled atriums, natural light from overhead skylights and comfortable patient rooms and waiting areas.
The Baltimore VA Medical Center is located in a vibrant city, neighbors the University of Maryland at Baltimore, and is within walking distance of Oriole Park at Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium (home of the Baltimore Ravens), Lexington Market and the Inner Harbor.
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Top 5 reasons YOU should choose a career with VA:
5.A premium benefits package
4.A fulfilling and challenging work environment
3.Work where you want to live
2.On-the-job growth and advancement
1.To discover the career you want, for the future you deserve
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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.
Learn more about this agency03/24/2017 to 04/06/2017
$79,720 - $103,639 per year
GS 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
512-38-246-1932758-BU
466432400
General duties:
Performing comprehensive and problem focused history and physical examinations, interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests. Interpret and correlate subjective and objective data. Formulate a differential diagnosis and a working diagnosis. Develop a treatment plan for Vascular conditions within the scope of practice and in conjunction with the Vascular Surgeon. Implement therapeutic intervention for specific conditions where appropriate. Exercise judgment on conditions requiring consultation, referral, or evaluation by the supervising Vascular Surgeon or other healthcare professionals.
Hospital duties:
Conduct hospital rounds on a daily basis of all inpatients (including intensive care units), write orders, progress notes, perform admission history and physical examinations, order appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests such as x-rays, CT scans, MRIs, bone scans, and other radiographic studies as needed or indicated. Perform appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies. Evaluate and clarify clinical conditions, formulate and implement a treatment and therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients, discharge planning, and dictate discharge summaries.
Clinic duties:
See new referral patients in the outpatient setting and complete a thorough history and physical examination that is problem-oriented for Vascular conditions. Present patient to the attending Vascular Surgeon(s) and help formulate a treatment plan, order appropriate radiographic studies and perform office procedures such as dressings, wound care including biologic dressings and others as directed by the Vascular Surgeon. Evaluate postoperative patients and routine follow-up visits. Review and triage Vascular Consults. Return phone calls from patients and family members, handle prescription refills, review radiographic reports and laboratory reports for abnormalities. Review x-rays, MRIs, CT scans of hospitalized patients and office patients with the attending Vascular Surgeon.
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 7:30AM to 4:00PM (may be flexible)
Scope of Practice/#: Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery /000000
Telework Eligibility: Employee can work on an as needed basis, including: Continuity of Operations, National/Regional Emergencies, Situational Basis (Temporary), and OWCP-Related telework upon the proper approval(s).
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We may not make assumptions regarding your experience.
Basic Requirements:
a. Citizenship. Citizen of the United States.
b. Education. The candidate must meet the following:
(1) Graduate of a PA training program, or of a surgical assistant program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations; and
(2) A Bachelor's degree from an accredited PA training program or in another health sciences related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
c.Certification. Current and continuous certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required for employment in VHA.
d.Physical Standards. - Scope of the Examination: The examination will be concerned with the mental and physical ability of the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the proposed assignment and will include requisite laboratory and other screening as required by Federal regulatory agencies
e.English Language Proficiency. PAs appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
Grade Determination:
Senior Grade. In addition to meeting the basic requirements under paragraph 2 above, candidates must meet all requirements described in this standard for Intermediate Grade through VA employment or non-VA PA positions with equivalent scope and complexity. Individuals appointed or advanced to Senior Grade will have demonstrated the behaviors or responsibilities listed in one or more of the following categories: Clinical Proficiency, Education, Professional Development, Management/Administrative, and Research, as applicable to the assignment.
(1)Experience* / Education
(a) 3 years of professional practice as a PA; or
(b) 2 years of professional practice as a PA and successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program accredited by ARC-PA or by the U.S. Armed Forces; or
(c) 2 years of professional practice as a PA and a Master's degree from a PA training program certified by ARC-PA or in another health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or
(d) A Doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U. S. Department of Education.
(2)Management/Administrative. One of the following responsibilities must be demonstrated:
(a) Evaluates service level patient care delivery systems and validates or identifies barriers to safe, effective care. Presents findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials and participates in implementation of changes.
(b) Manages patient quality management data bases such as the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) if assigned.
(c) Serves on service or facility committees/task forces if applicable to the assignment.
(d) Coordinates consult referrals within the service assigned.
(e) Coordinates and facilitates inter-service agreements.
(3)Clinical Competencies
(a) Clinical Proficiency
1. Manages patients with complex or multi-system medical problems.
2.Practices with a significant degree of autonomy and seeks guidance from assigned physicians with less frequency than expected at the previous grade.
3. Performs more complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures beyond what is expected at the previous grade.
4. First or second assists in surgical procedures.
(b) Professional Development
1. Acts as a consultant/mentor to PAs in lower grades and other clinical and support staff.
2.Serves as a clinical preceptor for students or organizes and participates in facility clinical educational programs.
3. Makes sustained contribution to health care by sharing expertise within and/or outside the medical facility.
(c) Ethics. Identifies and addresses ethical issues that impact patients and staff including participation in ethics consultations
(d) Interpersonal Skills
1. Communicates and collaborates effectively with other facility staff and outside institutions when applicable to the area of assignment.
2. Effectively promotes the physician assistant profession to health care staff, patients and other stakeholders at the local level.
3. Makes significant contributions which serve to enhance the distinctive role of PAs within the local institution and the health care system.
(e) Research
1. Collaborates with others in research activities to improve patient care, or;
2. Authors, or collaborates with others, on a paper or study for publication.
if appropriate to the area of assignment
*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.
Reference: VA HANDBOOK 5005/78 PART II APPENDIX G8; DATED: SEPTEMBER 5, 2014. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
Note: 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.
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.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to
fill additional vacancies.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. http://www.sss.gov/
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be reviewed. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: Applicant's education and experience will be reviewed by a Professional Standards Board and utilized in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected. The recommended salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
1.CV or Resume (Required) to include: Name of Employer; Month/Year to Month/Year Worked; Number of Hours Worked Per Week; A Detailed Description of your Duties Performed; Current active Licensure, Certification, or Registration number with State, and expiration date. ****Failure to include all the above information in your CV or Resume will result in an ineligible rating of IRSI.****
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations - http://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf. (Highly Desired)
3. Occupational Questionnaire (required)
4. Dated and Signed OF-306 - Declaration of Federal Employment - http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf within the last 52 weeks (Highly Desired)
5. If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214 or proof of service (required). Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must also complete and submit an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference - http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
6. If currently employed in the VA system, include latest SF-50 - Notification of Personnel Action. (Required)
7. Other: Proof of current certification, licensure or registration; unofficial transcripts(s) official college transcript(s) will be required before being hired; if applicable, supporting documentation from college or university, will also be necessary to prove to the hiring agency that the required educational requirements(conferral) will be met in the near future.
Please use this checklist to ensure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, etc. You will not be contacted for additional information.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), or 10pt (CP/CPS, XPP, XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP), on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section(s) provided. A legible copy of your DD214(s) indicating character of service, disability certification, SF-15 (if claiming 10 pt. preference) or if you are currently serving on active duty and expected to be released or discharged within 120 days; documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation. Documentation is required for eligibility verification.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents: You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents to your online application, follow the directions located at the following site: Fax Options. The Vacancy ID of the job opportunity announcement is 1932758.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203-FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
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.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the View Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, April 06, 2017 to received consideration.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/466432400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 1932758
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
NOTIFICATION OF CONCURRENT VACANCIES: This is a multidisciplinary position that may also be filled as a Nurse Practitioner.