Physician - Primary Care-PACT

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Longview, Texas blends East Texas hospitality with modern amenities. Just two hours from Dallas, it offers easy access to big-city attractions while maintaining a relaxed, small-town feel. Known for its piney woods, vibrant arts scene, and the Great Texas Balloon Race, Longview is welcoming and affordable place to live and work.

Texarkana, Texas is located on the Texas side of the Texas-Arkansas border, is a unique twin city offering a blend of Southern charm and Texas pride. About 2.5 hours from both Dallas and Little Rock, it features a rich music history, low cost of living, and strong community spirit-making it a great place to live, work, and explore.

Monroe, Louisiana is nestled along the Ouachita River in northeast Louisiana, offers scenic beauty and a relaxed pace. Located about 1.5 hours from Shreveport, 2 hours from Jackson, MS, 3 hours from Little Rock, AR, and four hours from New Orleans, Monroe combines cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community-making it a welcoming place to call home.

This is an Open Continuous Announcement and may be extended beyond the current closing date until the position is filled. Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals, as additional vacancies occur and / or on an as-needed basis during the duration of the announcement. Once a selection is made and offer is accepted the announcement may close pending no additional vacancies.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment Incentive and Relocation Incentive(Sign-on Bonus) : May be eligible for highly-qualified applicants.

Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) : Learn more.

EDRP Authorized : Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact robert.knudsen@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions / assistance

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

Major Duties / Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to :

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to Veterans in the Primary Care team setting.
• Works collaboratively with other health care professionals to accomplish patient, service, and medical center goals, promoting and embracing the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model of care, utilizing Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence (ICARE) values throughout the clinic.
• Distinguish between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and / or referral.
• Initiate appropriate referrals and consultations to other clinical services.
• Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medications.
• Follow Performance Measure guidelines, including completion of clinical reminders; access and timeliness standards; prescription order entry, National VA formulary Requirements, and customer service standards.
• Demonstrates flexibility in responding to clinic demands, adhere to personal and professional obligations and responsibilities.
• Practice and maintain ethical standards, and sustain a work environment that is harmonious and customer service oriented.

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am to 4 : 30pm