About this opportunity
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs lists this Physician, SCI/D, Outpatient Section Chief with EDRP/Recruitment/Relocation Incentive opportunity in san antonio, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Summary
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) and 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 are ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians 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)
Education: Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
Degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
Licensure: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
Residency training: Physicians must have completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
Approved residencies include those recognized by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) for the year the residency or fellowship was completed
OR one year of post‑medical‑school training (internship, first year of residency, or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of independent practice under an unrestricted license in the United States
OR non‑U.S. residency training followed by a minimum of three years of independent practice in the United States under an unrestricted license, with duties related to the position
Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs who meet the basic requirements are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs)
PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis; they are not independent practitioners and will not be privileged
PRPs have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision; surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
In rare circumstances, the Facility Director may submit a memo to the VISN Director for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement when the applicant’s composite record warrants it
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred experience: Competent physician who has completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Neurology, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
Certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is preferred but not required
Preferably, contributors in wound care, neurological conditions, SCI/rehab, medical care, education, and research suitable for an academic appointment, with leadership skills coordinating activity of ancillary staff, house staff, therapists, other rehabilitation professionals, and students
Experience in wound management or managing and rehabilitating patients with functional disorders across the spectrum of rehabilitation illnesses is strongly preferred
Demonstrates knowledge of preventive medicine and primary care as related to SCI/D (e.g., complications of disorders and treatment side effects)
Experience working in a clinical or hospital environment – preferably a similar specialty or department
Previous supervisory or managerial experience within healthcare settings
Familiarity with healthcare administration, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource management
Experience with quality assurance and improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and regulations
Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams, including staff training and performance evaluations
Strong background in patient care and understanding patient needs and expectations
Understanding of healthcare laws, regulations, and accreditation processes (e.g., HIPAA, JCAHO)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills – essential for interacting with staff, patients, and stakeholders
Competence in using healthcare information systems and electronic medical records (EMRs)
Experience handling emergencies and crisis situations effectively
Experience collaborating with a variety of healthcare professionals to foster a collaborative environment
Skill in managing projects – including planning, execution, and evaluation within a healthcare context
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Physical requirements: May require long periods of moderate lifting and carrying, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, near vision correctable to 13–16 Inches or 20/40, color discrimination, and hearing (aids may be permitted)
Duties
Open continuous announcement, remaining open until May 8 2026 or until positions are filled
Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals or as vacancies occur
VHA Physician Total Rewards package includes sign‑on bonus for highly qualified applicants, Education Debt Reduction Program benefits, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases
Paid time off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % VA contribution
Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care (many federal programs are portable into retirement)
Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory, or the District of Columbia; 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
Administrative duties: Leadership responsibilities – participation in staff meetings, hospital committees, peer‑review process, effective communication, and oversight of clinical processes
HR duties: Maintain VA training requirements, document completion, and credential upkeep for privileging and re‑privileging
Staff management: Participate in FPPE/OPPE process, ensure staff adherence to tour duties, and manage leave and clinical coverage via VISTA and CPRS surrogate
Clinical management: Oversee open encounter & consult management, CPRS documentation, clinic procedures for scheduling, staff productivity, performance measures, and process‑improvement projects as directed by SCI/D Service Chief
Supervise all outpatient physicians, providers, and SCI/D staff as assigned by the Chief SCI/D Service; report directly to the Chief SCI/D Service
Clinical duties: The SCI/D Outpatient Section Chief is expected to remain privileged and practicing in their specialty field
Patient care: Provide compassionate, appropriate, and effective care for health promotion, disease treatment, and end‑of‑life care
Clinical knowledge: Demonstrate knowledge of biomedical, clinical, and social sciences and apply it to patient care and education
Clinical judgment: Use scientific evidence to investigate, evaluate, and improve patient care
Interpersonal & communication skills: Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients, families, and the health‑care team
Professionalism: Demonstrate ethical practice, commitment to continuous professional development, respect for diversity, and responsible patient care
Systems‑based practice: Apply understanding of healthcare contexts and systems to improve and optimize health care
Provider responsibilities: Provide inpatient and consult service during off‑tours (nights, weekends, holidays) as needed by the organization
Work with SCI/D Outpatient Assistant Nurse Manager to streamline clinic operations and maximize utilization and workflow efficiency for staff and veterans
Ensure physician staff meet 80 % scheduling bookability and monitor productivity
Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm
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Worksite address
san antonio, TX, 78208, US
Who can apply
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