Description du poste
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.
PRINCIPALES MISSIONS :
The VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) is seeking a full-time Neurodegeneration Provider to deliver comprehensive care for Veterans with neurodegenerative disorders and general neurological conditions. This position plays a critical role in improving clinical access, reducing community care referrals, and ensuring timely intervention for complex neurological diseases. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN5EDRPCoordinators@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 Duties: Provide direct clinical care for patients with neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Friedreich ataxia, Huntington's disease, Lewy body disease, Parkinson's disease, and Spinal muscular atrophy. Evaluate, diagnose, and manage general neurology patients across a broad spectrum of conditions. Perform detailed neurological assessments, order and interpret diagnostic testing, and develop evidence-based treatment plans. Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, palliative care, mental health, and social work. Ensure continuity of care, timely follow-up, and effective communication with patients, caregivers, and referring providers. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical reviews, and process enhancements to improve access and health outcomes. Contribute to education and support for trainees, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as needed. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES :
To 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 allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for th