Physician - Deputy Chief Of Cardiology

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program , 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. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until September 30, 2027. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN7EDRPFacilityCoordinators2@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 The selectee will help with the administrative functions within the Cardiology Section at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. These include oversight of cardiology care at Community Based Outpatient Clinics and ensuring timely care throughout the medical center catchment area. The medical center has an academic affiliation with the Medical University of South Carolina and the incumbent will be expected to work with learners including students, residents, and fellows to provide optimal care. Duties will include General Cardiology responsibilities but are not limited to the following: Assists the Chief of Cardiology with administrative functions of the Cardiology Section, including operational planning, staffing, scheduling, and workload and performance monitoring. Oversees cardiology care delivered at Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) and ensures timely, high-quality access to care throughout the medical center catchment area. Serves as acting Chief of Cardiology in the Chief's absence, and supervises and mentors Cardiology staff, including completion of performance and competency assessments as assigned. Participates in Ongoing and Focused Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE/FPPE), peer review, credentialing and privileging activities, and quality and patient safety initiatives. Works with learners, including students, residents, and fellows, in collaboration with the academic affiliate (Medical University of South Carolina), providing supervision, teaching, and optimal patient care. Performs and records cardiovascular history and physical examinations and records data from clinic visits. Evaluates, consults, develops diagnosis, and manages Veterans with acute, chronic, and long-term cardiovascular conditions, with an emphasis on cardiac disease prevention and health promotion. Interprets diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, ambulatory rhythm monitors, stress tests, and echocardiograms, and performs cardiology procedures as per successful applicant's training. Enters progress notes in the computerized medical record and completes workload documentation in a timel

Salaire : $350,000 – $400,000/Per Year | Avantages : http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

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? Ralph H. Johnson VA can be found in beautiful downtown Charleston. With its rich history, vibrant culture, idyllic coastal location, exquisitely preserved architecture, and celebrated dining selections, Charleston is one of America's best loved destinations. Settled alongside the Ashley rivers and Atlantic Ocean, Charleston has a subtropical climate with mild winters and warm, sunny summers. Charleston proper is surrounded by communities and neighborhoods that extend beyond the historic peninsula. The barrier islands, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston, and Summerville are within a 20-mile distance of downtown Charleston. The Charleston Airport