Physician - Pulmonologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive and EDRP Authorized

Pulmonary Physician

Provide expert consultation and treatment for patients with pulmonary conditions. Conduct comprehensive evaluations, including history taking, physical examinations, and the ordering of diagnostic labs and tests and studies. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests and follow-up on test results in a timely manner. The pulmonary physician should have expertise in pulmonary procedures; including bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, chest tubes, pleurovac, and other skills depending on facility privileging. Physician will work with pulmonary clinic staff, respiratory staff and other disciplines to develop and implement plan of care according to patient need. Provide electronic consultation services (E-Consults) and reviews consults for determination if appropriate for care in the community or local/regional VA services. Typical work hours are Monday to Friday 8-4.30 PM. Alternative work hours, if desired, should be agreed upon at the time of joining. Each full-time provider is required to work a minimum of 80 hours per pay period (every two weeks) unless on leave status. Provide education and counseling for patients regarding medical conditions, health status and the use of prescribed treatment and drugs. Collaborate and consult with other providers, nursing, social work, psychologists, and pharmacists as needed to ensure seamless and comprehensive patient care. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences if indicated, including discharge planning. Physicians may be assigned duty as a supervising or collaborating physician for a physician assistant. Physicians are expected to provide clinical oversight and review. Supervising or collaborating responsibilities and performance will be noted in the physician's performance evaluation. Providers will need to act as surrogates for the patients of their colleagues, when one or more of their colleagues are on leave. May be tasked to travel to community based outpatient clinics as requested/assigned by the ACOS-SC. All physicians need to follow departmental and VHA policies for leave and attendance and will work within Title 38 appointment guidelines. Quality of care should meet professional standards at all times. All physicians will work within their privileges at all times, unless necessitated by an emergency. Timely documentation and encounter are necessary in all areas in accordance with facility medical staff by-laws. All administrative work should be completed in a timely fashion. May be asked to participate in facility, VISN or national workgroups and/or committees. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical guidelines and best practices. Engage in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain board certification and clinical competence. Participate in research activities, if applicable, and contribute to the academic mission of the VA clinic. Provide supervision and education to students and other trainees, as applicable. Serve as a resource and mentor to other healthcare providers within the VA clinic.