Physician-Primary Care Women's Health, VM-0602 (Biloxi)

Quality Care Our Heroes Deserve

Now is the time to take your career to the next level and become part of the high‑caliber talent that is the VA. Experience what 250,000 current VA employees already have: state‑of‑the‑art practice settings, access to the latest technology, a multi‑disciplinary team environment and the opportunity to provide the men and women who have bravely served this country with the finest patient care, benefits and customer satisfaction. With VA Patient Satisfaction Scores leading the healthcare industry, you’ll be joining one of the most respected facilities in the Nation.

About the VA Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System (VAGCVHCS)

Based in Biloxi, Mississippi and spanning the Gulf Coast, VAGCVHCS includes Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Mobile, AL, Pensacola, Ft. Walton Beach, and Panama City, FL. Acute inpatient medical and surgical care, primary, specialty outpatient care, long‑term care, blind rehabilitation, and inpatient/outpatient mental health services are provided at the Biloxi campus. Over 200,000 veterans reside in our service area. The system has affiliation agreements with three medical schools and numerous health programs, supporting resident training in cardiology, dermatology, general surgery, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, psychiatry, radiology, dental programs, and a general thoracic fellowship. Residents rotate from the University of South Alabama, Tulane University, Louisiana State University, and Keesler Air Force Base.

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.

Position Summary

The Physician serves as a Primary Care Women’s Health Physician in an outpatient primary care clinic, providing comprehensive care for a panel of adult females. The physician will be highly skilled in managing primary care needs, subspecialty evaluation, and treatment. Responsibilities include contributing to quality of care standards, efficiency, process improvement, and patient satisfaction; ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and coordinating specialty referrals; and practicing in accordance with professional standards and core values. Board Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for adult female patients.
• Manage primary care needs and subspecialty evaluations.
• Contribute to quality of care standards, efficiency, and process improvement.
• Order diagnostic testing, prescribe medications, and refer to specialty services.
• Practice in accordance with professional standards and core values.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may be appointed if no qualified citizens are available).
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, or Commonwealth, or in the District of Columbia.
• Board Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of VA regulations (VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G‑2 Physician Qualification Standard).
• Veterans’ Preference considered for applicants with DD‑214, SF‑15, or supporting documentation.
• Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Foreign education holders must provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency if required.

Evaluation

Applications, résumé, C.V., and supporting documentation will be reviewed. Candidates should follow all instructions carefully, provide clear and specific descriptions of experience, and avoid assumptions regarding experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The VA is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans’ Preference is respected for qualified candidates.

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