Physician (Primary Care) w/Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP

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 : This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 10, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be November 23, 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Duties to include but not limited to: Patient Care - Addresses medical problems, practices within scope of privileges, arrives for Procedure/Clinic on time, and physically attends outpatient clinics. Conduct thorough history and physical examinations, accurately documenting findings from clinic visits within electronic medical records. Manage and evaluate acute and chronic medical conditions for male and female veterans, while also providing preventive healthcare services. Medical/Clinical Knowledge - Maintains board certification, meets CME requirements, and participates in resident/student training. Physicians are required to be board certified. Develop diagnoses and treatment plans rooted in accepted clinical protocols and best practices. Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory tests, and medications that are medically appropriate for each patient. Maintain board certification and fulfill continuing medical education (CME) requirements. Engage in teaching and training of residents and students while remaining informed about advances within the medical field to enhance patient care. Educate patients about their medical conditions and recommended treatment options, covering topics such as nutritional counseling, smoking cessation, the importance of immunizations, health screenings, and management of acute and chronic diseases. Practice Based Learning & Improvement - Participates in work groups, committees, or departmental learning activities, and remains abreast of medical advances in his/her area of expertise and incorporates this information to deliver care that meets contemporary standards of care. Consult with specialists as necessary, in accordance with service agreements, to provide comprehensive patient care. Care for female patients may be required, including the potential for designation as a Women's Health Provider. Interpersonal & Communication Skills - Electronic medical record entries are appropriate in tone and content. Provides appropriate consultative evaluation, treatment, and/or follow-up recommendations. Ensure electronic medical record entries are professional and appropriately detailed. Provide consultative evaluations and follow-up recommendations clearly to both patients and other healthcare providers. Timely enter progress notes and workload documentation, ensuring appropriate follow-up on test results and patient inquiries through secure messaging and view alerts. Professionalism - Participates in peer reviews/committees, and absence of validated disruptive or unprofessional Behavior. Consult with specialists as necessary, in accordance with service agreements, to provide comprehensive patient care. Care for female patients may be required, including the potential for designation as a Women's Health Provider. Systems-Based Practice - Complies with safety, security, and privacy policies, arranges proper clinical coverage during planned absences and complies with hand-off communication policy. Adhere to safety, security, and privacy regulations, facilitating proper clinical coverage during planned absences and complying with policies relating

Salaire : $250,000 – $285,000/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? The West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) located in Big Spring Texas provides a variety of inpatient and outpatient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as offering numerous educational programs. The facility serves counties in West Texas and the New Mexico area, with a Veteran population of approximately 57,000. Big Spring, "The Crossroads of West Texas" has a growing economy with new businesses locating in the area offering more shopping, family orientated attractions, and a bustling revitalized downtown area. Big Spring is centrally located within driving range of the following communities Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, Abilene, a