Physician - Pain Management

Summary The Pain Medicine Service (PMS) Pain Medicine physician independently provides patient care to veterans of the VA Southern Nevada Health Care System inpatient venues - inpatient hospital consultations - in the Pain Medicine Service the outpatient clinical care area and special procedures settings. The Pain Medicine physician is responsible for being an attending of record for outpatients in the VASNHS Pain Medicine Outpatient clinic. Qualifications To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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). Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Current full and unrestricted medical license in a US State, Territory, Commonwealth, or District of Columbia. Residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to board certification. Residency or fellowship approved by ACGME or AOA, or equivalent alternative training requirements as described in the announcement. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical standards met. Physical examination required prior to placement; drug testing required. Ability to lift 15–44 pounds, push, reach above shoulder, use fingers and both hands, walk and stand 3–5 hours, kneel, and possess rapid mental and muscular coordination. Preferred Experience Experience with pain management consultations and treatments. Proficiency in Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) history-taking, physical exam skills, and OMT techniques. Proficient in office‑based injections. Physical Requirements Must meet the physical standards for the position, including a pre‑placement physical examination. This is a designated drug testing position with random testing for illegal drug use after appointment. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days for CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution. Health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care insurance; many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement. Compliance with licensing requirements: one full and unrestricted license from any US state or territory. Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement for full‑time board‑certified physicians. Malpractice coverage with tail protection. No physician employment contract; moonlighting not significantly restricted. Work schedule to be determined by supervisor. Duties The Pain Medicine physician is primarily assigned outpatient attending responsibilities in the VASNHS Pain Medicine Outpatient Clinic. Provide history and physical, assessment, diagnosis, and referral, outpatient consultations, office‑based injections, supervision of physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and rotating medical trainees. Evaluate referrals for outpatient clinical care or consultation and provide evidence‑based interdisciplinary pain management in collaboration with the interprofessional pain care team. Participate in all activities pertinent to the outpatient clinical venue of care—including longitudinal pain management, osteopathic manipulative treatment, pain medication management, and office‑based procedures—when clinically indicated. Complete clinical documentation in CPRS for consultations and encounters. Demonstrate leadership by initiating changes in patient‑care programs based on current concepts and research findings. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of pain‑medicine developments, acute and chronic pain treatment, neuromuscular and joint disorders, chronic illness and symptom control, and major complications through continuing education. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs