Physician (Urology) (West Palm Beach)

Summary

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information refer to the Required Documents below. The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is recruiting for a well-trained, energetic Physician (Urology). The Urologist works full time for the Surgical Care Services and provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions.

Qualifications

To 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 allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from a school 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, Commonwealth of the United States, or 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
• One year of post medical‑school training (internship – first year of residency – or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of independent practice in the United States
• Non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States in duties related to the position
• Residents in accredited ACGME/AOA residency programs who otherwise meet the basic requirements are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs); PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may be appointed on an intermittent basis only
• PRPs are not independent practitioners and will not be privileged; they perform restricted duties under supervision as scope of practice allows
• In rare circumstances, the Facility Director may request an exception to the residency training requirement for physicians whose comprehensive record warrants such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Physical requirements: Must pass a pre‑employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019; light to moderate lifting (15–44 lbs.), light carrying (15 lbs), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking up to 2 hours, standing up to 2 hours, kneeling up to 1 hour, rapid mental and muscular coordination, near vision correctable at 13–16 inches, far vision correctable to 20/20 in one eye and 20/40 in the other, depth perception, basic color discrimination, hearing (aid permitted), emotional and mental stability, ability to work closely with others and alone

Duties

• The Urologist works full time at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center in Surgical Services
• Performs and participates in urological surgical procedures, admissions, consultations, pre‑operative work‑ups, and post‑operative care for various urological conditions, illnesses, and injuries
• Provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions
• Perform preliminary diagnosis, direct or prescribe treatment, and arrange specialized care or referral as required
• Actively participates in emergency and on‑call schedule
• Provides comprehensive urologic care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up services to patients
• Performs procedures in the Urology clinic such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsies and ESWLs (Electro‑corporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy) in addition to other surgical procedures in the operating room
• Manages patients during their inpatient course, using consultants when appropriate, and performs inpatient consultations on patients from other services
• Conducts outpatient clinics
• Reviews patients’ medications, diet, course of therapy, adherence to management plan, and patient observations; modifies management plan as indicated
• Instructs and counsels patients as required
• Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians and accepts referrals and outpatient consultations from other providers
• Teaches patients, staff, trainees, and seminar participants in the assessment, treatment, management, and evaluation of gynecologic disorders
• Refers patients as appropriate and works closely with allied health professionals
• Participates in the Surgical Department Quality Assurance and Peer Review programs
• Replaces administrative or promotion information; this bullet list focuses on core duties and responsibilities

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases, Pay: Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for CME)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA insurance contributions
• Medical/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care/ federal insurance programs available and can be carried into retirement
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory; CME support: possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting; Work schedule Monday‑Friday 8:00‑am to 4:30‑pm
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible (subject to eligibility requirements; application needed within four months of appointment; award amount up to $200,000 for a period of one to five years)
• Financial Disclosure Report: Not required