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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?
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/ .
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.
For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.
The Incumbent for this position may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program. Please contact Human Resources at this Medical Center and speck with the Education Debt Reduction Program Coordinator for additional information.
Applicant's education and experience will be reviewed by a Professional Standards Board (PSB) and Compensation Panel 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.
This position is open until all positions have been filled. The first review of application will begin July 19, 2017 and the following reviews with the end of each month.
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06/19/2017 to 11/28/2017
$101,967 - $262,000 per year
VM 15
5 vacancies in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
LL-17-TRL-T38-1975729-OC
472378300
The Loma Linda VA Medical Center is seeking a Physician (Internal Medicine/Family Medicine) for the Ambulatory Care Service.
The staff physician delivers high-quality Primary Care services, utilizing PACT principles. The Primary Care duties include, but are not limited by,
· the evaluation and treatment of various acute and chronic health conditions, illnesses, and injuries;
· the performance of physical examinations;
· the initiation of consultations/referrals to specialty services, as indicated;
· the ordering of diagnostic studies, such as laboratory tests, x-rays, electrocardiograms, etc., in the evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions;
· the performance of health promotion and disease prevention;
· offering education and counseling to patients and families, regarding the patient's health condition and the recommended diagnostic and therapeutic treatment options, to include medications;
· the performance of preventive counseling;
· effective and timely care coordination;
· completion of medical documentation in accordance with bylaws and rules and regulations of the Medical Staff
· the collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including nursing, pharmacy, nutrition, and other health professionals to discuss/determine the best treatment plan for patients.
The VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is affiliated with Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Therefore, the applicant, who is eligible to apply for a faculty appointment, will teach and supervise house staff and medical students within the Loma Linda VA Ambulatory Care Center. Of course, one of the missions of the VHA is its dedication to health care education. As such, the Loma Linda VHA Ambulatory Care team strongly promotes and advocates this mission with a robust educational program with its affiliates.
Board Certification in Internal Medicine/Family Medicine strongly preferred.
Work Schedule: Includes an 8-hour shift within the hours of 7:30am to 5:30pm, Monday-Friday. May also include a Saturday shift from 8:00am-Noon
Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD 214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.
Basic Requirements:
Citizenship: Citizen of the United States.
Education: 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 Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: (1) School of medicine holding regular institutional membership in the Association of American Medical Colleges for the year in which the degree was granted. (2) Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted. (3) Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure.
Licensure and Registration: Physician (Except Residents). 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. The physician must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure. The facility Director may waive this licensure requirement if the physician is to serve in a country other than the United States and the physician has licensure in the country.
Residents: 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 before the second year of VA residency, or meet any licensure, registration or other equivalent requirements established for resident of non-VA hospitals with which the VA facility is affiliated for training purposes. The resident must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure.
First-Year Residency (Internship). Completed a first-year residency, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which it was completed. For a VA resident, the appropriate Deans Committee and Resident Review board may recommend appointment on the basis of the candidate's acceptability of residency training. Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals, American Medical Association, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, or (2) Other residencies or their equivalents which the Professional Standards Board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training. The Board may determine that the residency requirement has been met if the candidate has completed 1 year of postgraduate education.
English Language Proficiency. Physicians, including residents, appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C 7402(d) and 7407(d).
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; religious; 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.
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over); Moderate Carrying (15-44 lbs.); Straight Pulling, Pushing, reaching above shoulder, Walking (up to 3 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Ability to distinguish shades of color; Hearing aid (permitted).
RATING/RANKING PROCEDURES: Applicants who meet the qualification AND basic requirement will be further evaluated by determining the extent to which their work or related experience, education, training, etc., indicate they possess the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other characteristics (KSAOs) as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications .
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
APPLICANTS PLEASE 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 at the following website: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** 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.
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 your rating or consideration for employment.
The following Application documents are required.
The following will be required if selected:
The following Eligibility documents are required. Failure to submit the required eligibility documents will result in you being notified that you have been rated ineligible for further consideration of this position.
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 but may apply via FAX (instructions are below). You may also express your interest, obtain additional information about the position, or seek application assistance by emailing your C.V. to cindy.olmedo@va.gov
To apply for this position, submit a complete Application Package:
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, November 28, 2017
To begin the process, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is easier, faster, and provides more information as applications are processed.
To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, simply reapply through your account in USAJOBS. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS 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.
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 1975729
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.
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating.
We will also review your application to make sure that your resume supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. during our review, if your résumé and application package do not support questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email (if provided); otherwise, applicants will receive a notification letter via the U.S. Postal Service. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/472378300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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**Amended announcement to include VHA Policy on Influenza Vaccine**
Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 1975729
The VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is seeking Internal Primary Care Health Care Providers (Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Physicians).
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized to a highly-qualified candidate.
Loma Linda, California is an attractive and thriving urban city, located in Southern California. Loma Linda is known as a health-conscious, active community with small-town atmosphere. The city and its surrounding communities host a variety of dining and shopping experiences, such as local farmer's markets, etc. In addition, the communities offer excellent school options from Elementary to University programs. Loma Linda is near to the mountains, for those interested in skiing, hiking, and camping, yet close enough to Los Angeles to enjoy the cultural benefits of the Hollywood Bowl, museums, dining, sporting events and beaches within a 50-60-minute drive.
VHA policy requires health care personnel to receive the influenza vaccine every year. You can decline to receive the vaccine and/or to provide proof of the vaccination by November 30 or within two weeks of beginning employment if after November 30, you must wear a face mask according to requirements and guidelines within the Directive 1192, Seasonal Influenza Prevention Program. Violation of the directive may result in disciplinary action.