Physician (Neurology) - Service Chief

Summary

A recruitment/relocation incentive may be offered to highly qualified candidate(s). The Orlando VAHCS Medicine Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Neurologist. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards - as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

Duties

• This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled
• Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis
• Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made
• This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment
• 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 complete review of the EDRP application
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• The duties and expectations of the Neurology Section Chief may include but not be limited to the following: Build new programs and affiliations
• Expand neurology service - patient care and supervising students - residents - fellows and allied health professionals
• Comfortable with inpatient neurology as well as ambulatory neurology - including general neurology and the subspecialties of neurology
• Show evidence of competent leadership effectiveness and professionalism
• Coordinate the clinical rotations and oversee the education and training of rotating medical students - neurology residents and Fellows
• Ensure that rotating residents receive strong clinical training in all aspects of neurology
• Report to the Chief of Medicine Service
• Oversee the Neurology Section quality improvement program
• Review clinical privileges for neurology staff and pay for performance assessment
• Take responsibility for recommending actions necessary to ensure staff compliance with Medical Staff By-Laws - and relevant facility policies and regulations
• Participate in budgetary planning for neurology service
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor
• The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs)
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized
• Former EDRP participants are not eligible to apply for EDRP
• Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov for questions/assistance
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• 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