Physician- Interventional Cardiologist
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
SummaryThe Oklahoma City Veterans Affairs Medical Center is
seeking a full-time staff physician to be an Interventional
Cardiologist. The Oklahoma City VAMC is a tertiary care facility
serving Oklahoma and part of Northern Texas and an integral part of
the educational and research mission of the University of Oklahoma
Health Sciences Center.Learn more about this
agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing
dates06/30/2022 to 08/15/2022Salary$300,000 - $400,000 per
yearEducation and length of practice are considered through a
formal pay-setting process to determine the final compensable
salary.Pay scale & gradeVM 15HelpLocation1 vacancy in the following
location:Oklahoma City, OKRemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel
RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this
position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for
reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency
policy.Appointment typePermanentWork
scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNoneJob family
(Series)0602 Medical OfficerSupervisory statusNoSecurity
clearanceOtherDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and
riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination
processCredentialingSuitability/FitnessAnnouncement
numberCBSU-11550993-22-CJSControl number663101800HelpThis job is
open toThe publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe
allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyAll qualified
candidates encouraged to apply.Open to U.S. Citizens but
non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit
qualified citizens.VideosHelpDutiesThe Cardiologist will
participate in inpatient and outpatient quality care, teaching, and
research related to cardiovascular diseases. He/she will apply
national and VA guidelines to patient screening, surveillance and
management of such diseases. In addition to coronary interventions,
the candidate must have training and be proficient in peripheral
vascular interventions, management of venous and arterial disease,
reading echoes. It is not required but preference will be given to
applicants with interpretation of peripheral vascular ultrasound
and peripheral arterial physiologic studies. He/she will also
participate in the education and supervision of trainees. A
successful candidate must qualify for a faculty appointment at the
Assistant Professor level at the University of Oklahoma Health
Sciences Center. Duties include but are not limited to: Incumbent
must be an expert in cardiovascular diseases and have significant
experience in all aspects of interventional cardiology and related
devices. Incumbent should provide support to the function of the
outpatient Cardiology clinics, the inpatient consultation service
and the on-call requirement.Incumbent will be responsible for the
design and achievement of quality-of-care standards, efficiency,
process improvement, and patient satisfaction surrounding
Interventional Cardiology.Incumbent will be expected to practice in
accordance with professional standards, core values, and with a
commitment to service excellence.Incumbent physician is expected to
provide comprehensive patient care in the form of invasive,
non-invasive, consultative, and inpatient/outpatient cardiology
care.Moderate Sedation Privileges and certification
requiredFluoroscopy privileges and certificationCentral venous line
insertion and managementIntra-arterial lines insertion and
managementInterpret EKGsInterpret Holter monitorsCardioversionUse
of thrombolytic agents VA offers a comprehensive total rewards
package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive
(Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program
(Student Loan Repayment): Authorized: Contact Timothy Kiddoo,
TIMOTHY.KIDDOO2@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for
questions/assistance. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance
bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual
paid time offer 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 4% 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 Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No
Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on
moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to
4:30pmHelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentU.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.You may be required to serve a
probationary period.Subject to background/security
investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an
online onboarding process.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).Participation in the Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for
all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) -
See "Additional Information" below for details. QualificationsTo
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 medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must
have been obtained from one of the schools 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, or Commonwealth
of the United States, or in 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. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training
programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.)
Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation
Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR[(2) Those
approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR(3) Other
residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a
minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States),
which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have
provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and
believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of
patient care experiences.Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA
accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet
the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed
as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully
licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be
appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered
independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they
are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform
certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery
residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.Proficiency in
spoken and written English. Additional Requirement: Must be board
certified in Cardiology and able to obtain University affiliates
approval to supervise Residents and Fellows. Reference: VA
Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2
Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local
Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: The physical demands
of this position involve primarily walking, sitting, talking, use
of the telephone, etc. Strenuous physical activity is not required
although the incumbent is expected to withstand pressure and stress
as part of their day-to-day activities.EducationDegree 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 an institution whose
accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of
study was completed. Approved schools are:Schools of medicine
accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for
the year in which the degree was granted, orSchools of osteopathic
medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College
Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association for the year
in which the degree was granted.For foreign medical graduates not
covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must verify with
the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
that the applicant has met requirements for certification, and must
obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the
applicant. [If the applicant does not claim an ECFMG certificate,
facility officials must still confirm that the medical school meets
(or met) ECFMG eligibility requirements for the year the candidate
graduated.] NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the
VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of
38 U.S.C. - 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine
not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research,
academic, or administrative position with no patient care
responsibilities. The appointment will be made only in exceptional
circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate
high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty
area.Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be
used to fill additional vacancies. It is the policy of the VA to
not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or
periods of unemployment. This position is in the Excepted Service
and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with
disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are
covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted
appointment authority. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members:
Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for
Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for
our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for
military service members. Financial Disclosure Report:Not required
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP)
are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to
such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or
pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only
infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required
to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of
proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will
provide additional information regarding what information or
documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally
required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable
accommodation process. Due to COVID-19, VA is currently in an
expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to
temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the
local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the
office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed
on this announcement. Management officials will provide information
about returning to the official, pre-pandemic worksite, when
applicable. At that time, you may be eligible to request to
continue to telework depending upon the terms of your
organization's telework policy and the duties of the position. If
you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not
have in electronic form, view the following link for information
regarding an Alternate Application.Read moreHelpA career with the
U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits
package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have
access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your
federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more
about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits
depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position
is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency
for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will
Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well
you meet the qualifications above.Your application, r--sum--, C.V.,
and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please
follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect
consideration for employment. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process
will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any
point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to
paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through
National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other
organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions;
spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build
critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide
valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid
employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experience. Veterans' Preference Note:
Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given
preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal
for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs,
eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt
(CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the
questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s)
which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general,
etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be
released or discharged within 120 days you must submit
documentation related to your active duty service which reflects
the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general,
etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled
veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as
widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15
"Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof
as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award
preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please
visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans'
Preference.HelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees
with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you
and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are
designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new
windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our
benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position
you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or
intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the
specific benefits offered.As a new or existing federal employee,
you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your
benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a
permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You
may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with
your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.To
apply for this position, you must submit a C.V. and/or resume.
Other documents may be requested later in the process if
needed.
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