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.
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. HPTs who are on track to graduate/complete the requirements should respond as if they have met the requirements. Provide details in the narrative sections of the assessment. Podiatrist 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. Education: Degree as a doctor of podiatric medicine, or its equivalent, from a school of podiatric medicine approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Approved schools are United States schools of podiatric medicine approved by the Council on Podiatry Education of the American Podiatry Association in the year in which the degree was granted. ~AND~ Residency Training: Completed, or currently completing, residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. VA Podiatrists involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education, the Council on Podiatric Medical Education, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, or (2) Other residencies and training experiences, or their equivalents, which the local Professional Standards Board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training. ~AND~ Licensure or Registration: Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice Podiatry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia. English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience: -Board Certified Internal Medicine -Completion of three year residency program -Leadership/supervisor experience Grade Determinations: Service Chief, Section Chief or Line Manager: A service chief or line manager podiatrist must demonstrate the following:1. Outstanding professional ability in the practice of medicine or a medical specialty; and2. Ability to guide the development and implementation of programs, within their respective domain. These programs would include, but are not limited to, medical practice, professional standards, personnel issues, and quality and performance improvement. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-4 Podiatrist Qualification Standard https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: The position requires light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (1 hour), standing (4 hours), both legs required, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, both eyes required, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, ability to distinguish shades of color, and hearing (aid permitted).
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The West TX VA Health Care System is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to oversee clinical, administrative, and educational operations at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Odessa, TX. The CMO will lead the Primary Care team, ensuring compliance with the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model, enhancing care coordination, & maintaining high standards of patient care. The Clinic Medical Officer (CMO) at the VA West Texas Health Care System (VAWTHCS) will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to the following: Administrative Duties: Leadership responsibilities: Oversee all clinical, administrative, and educational aspects of the Primary Care operations at the assigned Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC). HR Management: Collaborate with the Associate Chief of Staff of Primary Care (ACOS/PC) and Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) in recruitment, selection, and credentialing activities. Staff Management: Exercise direct supervisory responsibility for assigned Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Physicians and ensure their professional practice issues are effectively managed. Time/Leave Management: Administer proper leave management procedures ensuring compliance with facility policies. Business Planning: Develop, coordinate, implement, and uphold procedures and policies for efficient and effective care delivery. Clinical Management: Ensure fidelity to the PACT model and promote a collaborative care environment. Performance Monitoring: Responsible for program operations, metrics compliance (e.g., SAIL, VHA, VISN), and adherence to Joint Commission accreditation standards. Staff and Patient Environment: Maintain a safe environment to enhance patient satisfaction, staff morale, and equal employment opportunity. Clinical Duties: CMO is expected to remain privileged and practicing in their specialty field. Patient Care: Provide compassionate, appropriate, and effective patient care for health promotion, illness prevention, disease treatment, and end-of-life care. Medical/Clinical Knowledge: Demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical, clinical, and social sciences, and apply this knowledge to patient care and education. Clinical Judgment: Utilize scientific evidence to investigate, evaluate, and improve patient care practices. Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients, families, and health care team members. Professionalism: Commit to continuous professional development, ethical practice, and sensitivity to diversity. Systems-Based Practice: Understand and apply knowledge of health care systems to optimize care delivery. On-call Requirements: Provide inpatient and consult services during off tours as needed by the organization. Education: Foster a culture of learning and development among staff through mentorship and support for career advancement. Research and Development (if applicable): Engage in research initiatives that enhance clinical knowledge and the overall effectiveness of care within the facility. Work Schedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Authorized Bargaining Unit: This is not a bargaining unit position. This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until filled or the closing date. Eligible applications received will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.