Staff Psychiatrist
Company: US Veterans Health Administration
Location: Conway
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
DutiesDuties include, but are not limited to:Performing
diagnostic evaluations, safety assessments, follow up
appointmentsMedication prescription and reconciliationMedical work
up and/or referral (including labs, physical exam,
imaging)Measurement-based care; mental health education/counseling
and brief therapy.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
VHA Physician Total Rewards.Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
A recruitment/relocation incentive may be available to highly
qualified candidates.Permanent Change of Station (Relocation
Assistance): Not AuthorizedEducation Debt Reduction Program
(Student Loan Repayment): AuthorizedEDRP Authorized: Contact Mr.
Aaron Fernau at: aaron.fernau@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for
questions/assistancePay: Competitive salary, annual performance
bonus, regular salary increasesPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual
paid time offer 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
reimbursementMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail
coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no
significant restriction on moonlightingThe Central Arkansas
Veterans Healthcare System is seeking a psychiatrist for its
Community-Based Outpatient Clinics in Conway, AR. The work of
caring for America's Veterans is both rewarding and professionally
challenging. As the psychiatrist, you would lead a team of mental
health professionals including a therapist, a mental health nurse,
and clerical staff. The VA values excellent care provision and
sufficient time is allowed for office visits and a wide array of
consultative services are readily available. The workplace would be
near to several primary care providers enabling daily care
coordination while the use of the VA's extensive electronic medical
record system provides instantaneous access to years' worth of
medical data. Incumbent should be able to function autonomously
while making use of the extraordinary resources of the larger
Central Arkansas VA system. The VA has been a leader in the
provision of telehealth services, and the incumbent should feel
comfortable with this form of care delivery as well, including the
possibility of teleworking.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday,
8:00am-4:30pmRequirementsConditions of EmploymentU.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.Additional Requirement:Must be Certified
or Board EligiblePreferred Experience:Collaborating with and
directing multidisciplinary teams.Experience with various
modalities for patient care include face-to-face, video
teleconference, and telephone calls as clinically
appropriate.Experience with Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
regulations/policies/procedures, current Joint Commission (JC)
Standards, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
(CARF), and other current internal and external accrediting body
standards.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:
Light lifting/carrying (under 15 lbs.), reaching above shoulders,
walking (2 hours), use of fingers/hands, near vision correctable at
13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to
20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, hearing (aid permitted),
mental/emotional stability. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019,
Employee Occupational Health Service.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, orSchools 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 to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view
the following link for information regarding an Alternate
Application.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. 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, r--sum--, 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.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.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. 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.Required DocumentsAs a
new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.To apply for this position,
you must submit a C.V. and/or resume. Other documents may be
requested later in the process if needed.RESUME REQUIREMENTS - Your
resume must include the following information for each job
listed:Job Title (for each position)Description of duties (be as
detailed as possible)Month and year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018
to April 2020) of employmentFull-time or part-time status (include
average hours worked per week)How to ApplyTo 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.To apply for this position online complete steps 1 and 2
above by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/15/2022 to receive consideration.
Please note, this announcement may close prior to the closing date
indicated if the position is filled through other means. If you are
unable to apply online before the closing date click here and
include the CBST-11466384-22-DCJ in the Notes field.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.Agency contact
informationDesiree JacksonPhone(318)
840-6617EmailDesiree.Jackson@va.govAddressJohn L McClellan Memorial
Veterans' Hospital4300 West Seventh StreetLittle Rock, AR
72205USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will
receive a confirmation notification by email. We will review
applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements
are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is
issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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.You may check the status of your application at any
time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on
Applications. Information regarding your application status can be
found in the USAJobs Help Center.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). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual
seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical
or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an
exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in
violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and
including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who,
during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into
contact with VA patients or other HCP 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 medical facilities. HCP include all VA
licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and
onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time
employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA
contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions
trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their
work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include
residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA
personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and
other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients
outside VA medical facilities.Fair and TransparentThe Federal
hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the
following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PolicyReasonable accommodation policyFinancial suitabilitySelective
ServiceNew employee probationary periodSignature and false
statementsPrivacy ActSocial security number requestRequired
DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a C.V. and/or
resume. Other documents may be requested later in the process if
needed.RESUME REQUIREMENTS - Your resume must include the following
information for each job listed:Job Title (for each
position)Description of duties (be as detailed as possible)Month
and year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2020) of
employmentFull-time or part-time status (include average hours
worked per week)HelpThis job is open toThe publicU.S. Citizens,
Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification 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.
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