Pathologist

Pathologist – Clarksburg VA Medical Center The Clarksburg VA Medical Center is looking for a Pathologist to serve our nation's veterans. Responsibilities Provide care for Veteran patients in a manner which is reflective of excellent clinical judgment, medical knowledge, clinical skills (medical interviewing, physical examination, and procedural skills), humanistic qualities and professionalism. Outpatient clinic setting in which the primary care physician sees 12-14 patients per day. Personalized, patient-centered approach that takes into consideration the Veteran's goals, diagnoses, and physical, functional, and psychosocial needs. Initiate and facilitate treatment and transfer in emergency situations. Manage an assigned panel of patients, and help provide coverage for the needs of other Veterans enrolled for primary care at the clinic. Refer patients as needed to appropriate specialists, health care facilities, and coordinate with home health services. Document assessments and plan of care for each patient in accordance with standards of care, policies, and procedures. Become proficient in and engage in Tele-Health to home visits (e.g., VA Video Connect). Assist with coordinating care received in the community from non-VA healthcare entities. Maintain state licensure, PECOS enrollment, and knowledge of new and current clinical methods. VA Patient-Aligned Care Team (Patient-Centered Medical Home) model with each team having a dedicated Registered Nurse Care Coordinator, Clinical Associate (e.g. LPN), and Administrative Associate (e.g. Clerk). The clinic also has a Clinical Pharmacy Practitioner, Social Worker, and Mental Health staff to support the care of enrolled Veterans. Preferred Experience At least 2 years of experience solely providing face-to-face general medical and ambulatory outpatient clinic-based primary care to adults. Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Board Certification. Expertise in preventative and primary care health services for women, including, but not limited to cervical cancer screening, breast cancer screening, and bone density screening. Work Schedule Monday – Friday (8:00am to 4:30pm) Benefits Paid Time Off 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation. 11 Federal holidays with pay annually. 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses. Insurance Health Insurance : VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available. Dental & Vision : Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA). VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts , which allow you to use tax‑free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan. Term life insurance , family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government. Long‑term care insurance is available as an option. Federal Retirement Plan VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401(k)-type plan. VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary. Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000. The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution. For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension. In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel. Disability Retirement. Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years of service. Whole Health Whole Health is an approach to health care that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well‑being and live their life to the fullest. The VA is committed to Whole Health and values Veteran and Employee health and wellbeing. As a VA employee, you will practice Whole Health in an environment that supports personalized and proactive care. #J-18808-Ljbffr