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Physician - Deputy Chief Of Primary CareThe Richmond VA Medical Center is a level 1a 349-bed facility offering primary, secondary, and tertiary health care in medicine, surgery, neurology, rehabilitation medicine, intermediate care, acute and sustaining spinal cord injury, skilled nursing home care, and palliative care. There are four community-based outpatient clinics located in Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Emporia and Spotsylvania County, Virginia, and a strong affiliation with the Medical College of Virginia. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increasesPaid 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 VAInsurance: 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 territoryCME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlightingThe duties and responsibilities of the Physician - Deputy Chief of Primary Care include, but are not limited to the following:Assists the Chief of Primary Care in planning, organizing, and directing the clinical and administrative operations of the Primary Care service.Facilitates effective communication and coordination between Primary Care and other clinical and administrative services.Manages budgetary and resource allocation decisions to support the goals and objectives of Primary Care.Assumes acting Chief of Primary Care responsibilities in the absence of the Chief.Ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to Veterans.Oversees the implementation of clinical guidelines, protocols, and standards of care.Promotes continuous improvement in clinical outcomes, patient safety, and patient satisfaction.Coordinates and supports interdisciplinary team-based care and integrated care models.Assists in the development and evaluation of new programs and initiatives to enhance the quality and accessibility of Primary Care services.Analyzes data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.Provides supervision, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for clinical and administrative staff.Conducts performance evaluations and addresses performance issues in a timely and effective manner.Fosters collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other VA services, community partners, and academic affiliates.Serves as a liaison to promote the integration of Primary Care with other health care services and community resources.Supports educational activities for medical students, residents, and fellows.Promotes continuing education and professional development activities for Primary Care staff.Facilitates training and education programs related to Primary Care.Provide comprehensive primary care services to a designated panel of patients, including preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services.Conduct thorough examinations, develop differential diagnosis, and design treatment plans.Order and interpret laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.Provide counseling and education to patients on health conditions, wellness, and preventive health measures.Manage chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.Coordinate care with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records using the designated electronic health record (EHR) system.Ensure all documentation complies with departmental policies, federal regulations, and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards.Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, OR 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Worksite address
richmond, VA, 23220, US
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