Physician-Physiatrist PM&R-Recruitment/Relocation ...

Summary The Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician Physiatrist, is responsible for patient care, patient/family education, and participation in any indicated clinical research in PM&R. The Physiatrist at VCB provides comprehensive care for patients with illnesses within the scope of ambulatory PM&R care. Responsibilities Majority of the Physician's time is devoted to patient care and education, including maintaining proficiency in the broad spectrum of ambulatory PM&R care. Remaining time is set aside for performance improvement activities and potential research to improve patient care. Most of the work takes place at the Health Care Center (HCC) in Harlingen, but travel may be required to other sites within the health care system to meet patient needs. Perform administrative duties required for performance measures or improvement activities, compliance with accrediting organizations, or other duties as assigned. Serve as preceptor for health care students rotating through the outpatient clinics. Lecture or make presentations on Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to clinic staff. Participate in clinical research. Participate in emergency preparedness activities as a result of national health disasters. Participate in various committees involving wound care, skin integrity, pain, non-invasive procedures. Respond promptly to any requested information for such as Medical Advisory Opinions, congressional inquiries, peer reviews from other facilities. Order diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, X-rays, electromyography/Nerve conduction studies(EMG/NCV), electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other tests when clinically indicated. Consult other disciplines, as necessary, to complete the patient examination; e.g. various med/surg specialties, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, neuropsychological testing, audiology and speech/language pathology testing, vision testing, dental evaluation, psychosocial evaluation, etc. Actively direct amputee/spinal cord/and wheelchair clinics within scope of practice and resources in ambulatory setting. Carry out health promotion and disease prevention activities including education and shared decision-making. Write Medical Orders and prescriptions for controlled and non-controlled substances, as necessary, for the care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law. Document care provided in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in accordance with VCB Health Care System requirements. Obtain consent and documents procedures performed. Provide education and counseling to patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Recruitment/Relocation Incentive authorized for highly qualified individuals Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: 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: Full-time; Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until the closing date or until the position is filled. Eligible applications received will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until the position is filled. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2025-10-31