Physician Assistant - Primary Care - EDRP Eligible

VA Black Hills Health Care System (BHHCS) is seeking a Physician Assistant to care for Veterans in Hot Springs, SD within the Primary Care Service Line. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. This vacancy is posted as a Physician, Physician Assistant, and Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) for one position. Please apply to the appropriate announcement for consideration. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. The Physician Assistant (PA) provides direct patient care services to a population of Veterans as part of an interprofessional primary care team utilizing the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model. Major Duties and Responsibilities Provides comprehensive care for Veterans for a panel size of approximately 900 patients or same-day access. Performs initial histories and physical examinations on outpatients. Provides ongoing outpatient care for assigned patients. Screens outpatients to determine the need for further care. Prescribes medications within the defined scope of practice. Orders diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, x-rays, and electrocardiograms. Reviews the need for health promotion and disease prevention measures and orders appropriate screenings and preventive interventions. Initiates, responds to, and expedites requests for consultations, special tests, and studies. Provides education and counseling of patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, and use of prescribes treatments and drugs. Serves as a preceptor for PA residents and students as requested. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Telework: Available (Ad-hoc only.) Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: 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 are ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Physician Assistant Basic Requirements Master's degree in any discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant ~AND~ Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) ~AND~ Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia. Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? The VA Black Hills Health Care System (VA BHHCS) is located in the beautiful Black Hills of Western South Dakota. South Dakota has No State Income Tax, has been named one of the Happiest and Safest States in the nation, is home to Top Ten Scenic Drives and Top Ten National Forests, features an Outdoor Life's Top City for Outdoor Enthusiasts and hosts the legendary annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Hiking, fishing, rock climbing, canoeing, water skiing, golf, snowmobiling, hunting, camping, downhill and cross country skiing, motorcycling--the opportunities are endless. VA BHHCS is a multi-campus health care system, with approximately 1300 employees, providin