Physician - Neurologist

Neurologist PositionThis is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until September 30, 2026 or until all positions are filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 15 June 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates every two weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred to at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. The incumbent's duties include (but are not limited to) the provision of neurologic evaluation and treatment of Veterans with compassion on both an inpatient and outpatient basis along with the education and counseling of Veterans and their families on medical conditions/treatments. BLS certification is required. The Incumbent shall keep all information concerning VA beneficiaries confidential. Information will not be disclosed to any person, except as authorized in writing and according to all applicable laws.Major duties and responsibilities to include but not be limited to:Clinical duties also include overseeing the Neurology Consult service. While on the Neurology Consult service, obligations will likely include supervision of residents and medical students, supervision of inpatient procedures, and teaching of the housestaff and students.Responsibilities include expanded use of clinical video telehealth (CVT)/electronic consultation (eConsult) to improve access to neurological care to foster education and improve care.The Neurologist works within his or her privileges at all times. The Neurologist is expected to maintain current knowledge and skills. He or she must be able to deliver interventions throughout the full spectrum of neurological care; i.e. s/he is expected to maintain good diagnostic and therapeutic acumen.The staff Neurologist exercises corporate citizenship by serving as leader and/or active member on Medical Center committees as requested.The staff Neurologist provides expanded access to services via normal tour or on call periods, and participates in neurology inpatient consults, neurology clinic, and takes call as assigned by the Supervisor.The neurologist will contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, write orders for diagnostic testing, prescribe medications, consult with specialty services, and utilize computerized/electronic medical records.The neurologist will provide outpatient care in accordance with professional standards, core values, and commitment to service excellence.Neurologist will be qualified to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with neurological diseases according to standard, usual, and acceptable methods and techniques.Neurologist will work closely with other Neurologists in a collaborative care model.Duties also include neurological evaluations; patient examinations; diagnosis; consultations and teaching rotating residents, fellows, and medical students The physician would perform the usual administrative components of patient care management, such as: documentation of progress notes and consultation findings in an electronic medical record, dictation and electronic signature of OP reports and hospital discharge summaries, electronic entry and signature of all doctor's orders for inpatients and outpatients, etc.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Learn more.EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Ms. Monique Head at View email address on click.appcast.io, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.Pay: 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 thru Friday; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM