Physician - Hematology/Oncology
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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Job Description:
SummaryThis position is eligible for the Education Debt
Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement
program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements
in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application
within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to
$200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined
by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after
complete review of the EDRP application.Learn more about this
agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing
dates10/26/2023 to 12/29/2023* Salary$248,000 - $400,000 per year*
Pay scale & gradeVM 15* HelpLocation1 vacancy in the following
location:* Tulsa, OK 1 vacancy* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo*
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel
for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment
typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceExcepted*
Promotion potential15* Job family (Series)0602 Medical Officer*
Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testYes*
Position sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk* Trust
determination processCredentialingSuitability/Fitness* Announcement
numberCBSU-12175656-24-KM* Control number757138000HelpThis job is
open to* Internal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this
agency.* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe
allegiance to the U.S.* VeteransClarification from the agencyAll
qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but
non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit
qualified citizens.VideosHelpDutiesThis is announcement will remain
open until 12/29/2023, or until the position is filled.Qualified
applicants will be considered and referred weekly.The Eastern
Oklahoma VA Health Care System, we provide a comprehensive range of
techniques for cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment with a
high expertise in colorectal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, ENT,
urologic, and thoracic surgery. The Staff Hematologist/Oncologist
is responsible for providing comprehensive care. Duties of this
position include but are not limited to:* Ability to perform
initial histories and physical examinations on outpatients; make
assessments and use appropriate diagnostic evaluations; implement
timely and appropriate treatment.* Rounding with residents and
fellows on the inpatient ward.* Covers weekend call rotation with
other physicians.* Participates in tele-medicine services between
the main medical center and the various Community Based Outpatient
Clinics.* Assist with the diagnosis and interpretation of pulmonary
nodules.* Counsel and advise patients diagnosed with malignancy.*
Orders diagnostic studies and interprets laboratory tests, EKGs,
and radiologic tests.* Provides ongoing outpatient care for
assigned case load.* Prescribes and refills medications within the
defined scope of practice.* Provides education and counseling of
patients and families.* Overseeing Physician Assistants and Nurse
Practitioners.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA
Physician Total Rewards.Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
ApprovedEducation Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment):
Learn more.EDRP Authorized: Contact Steve Weldon,
steven.weldon@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for
questions/assistancePay: Competitive salary, annual performance
bonus, regular salary increasesPaid 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 VAInsurance:
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 territoryCME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with
board certification)Malpractice: Free liability protection with
tail coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract
and no significant restriction on moonlightingWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.HelpRequirementsConditions of
Employment* 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.* You may be required to serve a probationary period.*
Subject to background/security investigation.* Selected applicants
will be required to complete an online onboarding process.* Must
pass pre-employment physical examination.* Participation in the
seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all
Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).*
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health
Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional
Information" below for details.QualificationsTo qualify for this
position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any
additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job
announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or
license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but
may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed
physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under
the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial
appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the
occupation.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.* Residency
Training: Physicians must have completed residency training,
approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core
specialty training program leading to eligibility for board
certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training
programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.)
Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation
Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR[(2) Those
approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR(3) Other
residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a
minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States),
which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have
provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and
believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of
patient care experiences.Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA
accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet
the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed
as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully
licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be
appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered
independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they
are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform
certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery
residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.* Proficiency
in spoken and written English.Reference: 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: This position requires a
pre-employment physical. Eligible applicants must be physically and
mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the
position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard
to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a
specific position, usable vision, color vision, hearing, or speech
may be required. However, in most cases, a specific physical
condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated
for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical
aid.EducationDegree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree
resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or
osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an
institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which
the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:* Schools
of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical
Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted, or*
Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on
Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic
Association for the year in which the degree was granted.* For
foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility
officials must verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign
Medical Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements
for certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate,
if claimed by the applicant. [If the applicant does not claim an
ECFMG certificate, facility officials must still confirm that the
medical school meets (or met) ECFMG eligibility requirements for
the year the candidate graduated.]NOTE: The Under Secretary of
Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the
appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician
graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate
is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative
position with no patient care responsibilities. The appointment
will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the
candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional
attainment or expertise in the specialty area.Additional
informationThis 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.Financial Disclosure Report:Not
requiredPursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care
personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e.,
medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote
workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you
will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit
documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The
agency will provide additional information regarding what
information or documentation will be needed and how you can request
a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the
reasonable accommodation process.If you are unable to apply online
or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out
to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity
Announcement.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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. Opens in a new windowLearn 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 You Will
Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well
you meet the qualifications above.Your application, resume, C.V.,
and/or other 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.The Department of Veterans Affairs
performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method
used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a
candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process);
gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and
assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a
position.Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates
and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of
candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA.
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim
preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor
Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible
copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service
(honorable, general, etc.).If you are currently serving on active
duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you
must submit documentation related to your active duty service which
reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable,
general, etc.), and 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 Veteran Preference" with required
proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award
preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please
visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans'
Preference.
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