Physician (Psychiatrist, Substance Use Disorder (SUD))
Company: US Veterans Health Administration
Location: Gaylord
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
DutiesVA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA
Physician Total Rewards.Education Debt Reduction Program (Student
Loan Repayment): YesEDRP Authorized: Contact Eve Harper,
eve.harper@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for
questions/assistancePay: Competitive salary, annual performance
bonus, regular salary increasesPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual
paid time offer 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
reimbursementMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail
coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no
significant restriction on moonlightingProvides comprehensive
psychiatric assessment and diagnostic services for Veterans with a
broad range of psychopathology receiving care within the Addictive
Disorders Program, including services for patients with complex
psychopathology requiring advanced diagnostic and intervention
skills.Demonstrates expertise in using and contemporary interview
and assessment methods for mental disorders and/or behavioral
health conditions.Primarily evaluates and provides psychiatric
treatment for substance use disorders, manages co-occurring
psychiatric disorders as appropriate, and may occasionally provide
general psychiatric service coverage for general psychiatrists
during their absence.Provides education to patients and family
members regarding substance use disorders, mental disorders, and
best practices approaches to treatment.Provides comprehensive
assessment of Veterans at imminent risk of harm to self and/or
others (including grave disability), and facilitates admission for
acute psychiatric hospitalization.Provides evidence-based
pharmacotherapy for an assigned panel of patients, using
evidence-based medication assisted therapy (MAT), psychotherapy,
and other resources as clinically indicated.A member of, and works
collaboratively with, the Addictive Disorder Program
multi-disciplinary Team to ensure comprehensive treatment
planning.Is responsible for the initiation of appropriate health
care consults and referrals, as indicated.Provides consultation to
health care providers about assessment findings and treatment plan
for patients to ensure that care is coordinated, collaborative, and
integrated within the Medical Center.Develops, implements, and
documents the mental health treatment plan for an assigned caseload
of patients, as indicated and appropriate for the specific job
setting and duties of the physician. May collaborate with
Inter-disciplinary Team (IDT) members to ensure completion and
updates are timely.Work Schedule: 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (Monday
through Friday)RequirementsConditions of EmploymentU.S.
Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not
possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA
Policy.All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a
testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for
illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be
tested will be denied employment with VA.Selective Service
Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must be
proficient in written and spoken English.You may be required to
serve a probationary period.Subject to background/security
investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an
online onboarding process.Must pass pre-employment physical
examination.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination
program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Personnel (HCP).Participation in the Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for
all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) -
See "Additional Information" below for details.Required active X
waiver for treating opioid use disorder.QualificationsTo qualify
for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as
any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job
announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or
license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but
may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed
physician(s) 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.Degree of
doctor of medicine (MD) or an equivalent degree resulting from a
course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine (DO). The
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.Current, full and unrestricted license to
practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth
of the United States, or in 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. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training
programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.)
Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation
Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR[(2) Those
approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR(3) Other
residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a
minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States),
which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have
provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and
believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of
patient care experiences.Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA
accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet
the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed
as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully
licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be
appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered
independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they
are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform
certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery
residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.Proficiency in
spoken and written English.Preferred Experience: Board Certified or
Board Eligible Psychiatrist. Minimum one year experience in
addition recovery services.Reference: VA Regulations, specifically
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification
Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources
Office.Physical Requirements: In Accordance with VA Directive and
Handbook 5019EducationDegree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent
degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine
or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an
institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which
the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:Schools of
medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education
(LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted, orSchools of
osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic
College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association for
the year in which the degree was granted.For foreign medical
graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must
verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical
Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements for
certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if
claimed by the applicant. [If the applicant does not claim an ECFMG
certificate, facility officials must still confirm that the medical
school meets (or met) ECFMG eligibility requirements for the year
the candidate graduated.]NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or
designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment
under authority of 38 U.S.C. - 7405 of a physician graduate of a
school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be
assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with
no patient care responsibilities. The appointment will be made only
in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials
clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in
the specialty area.Additional informationThis job opportunity
announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.It is the
policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced
financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in
the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.VA
encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related
positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the
Schedule A excepted appointment authority.Veterans and
Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site
for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA,
career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching
and reintegration support for military service members.Financial
Disclosure Report:Not requiredPursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01,
VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law
(i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include
remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If
selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before
your start date. The agency will provide additional information
regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how
you can request a legally required accommodation from this
requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.Due to
COVID-19, VA is currently in an expanded telework posture. If
selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your
home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees
are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to
report to the duty station listed on this announcement. Management
officials will provide information about returning to the official,
pre-pandemic worksite, when applicable. At that time, you may be
eligible to request to continue to telework depending upon the
terms of your organization's telework policy and the duties of the
position.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a
document you do not have in electronic form, view the following
link for information regarding an Alternate Application.BenefitsA
career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for
benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your
position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the
hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits
offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job
based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Your
application, r--sum--, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation
will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors
or omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: A formal
pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The
salary may be at any point in the range listed for this
vacancy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Veterans'
Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans
will be given preference when qualification of candidates are
approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying
for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt
(TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in
the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s)
which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general,
etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be
released or discharged within 120 days you must submit
documentation related to your active duty service which reflects
the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general,
etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled
veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as
widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15
"Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof
as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award
preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please
visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans'
Preference.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides
employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal
employee, you and your family will have access to a range of
benefits that are designed to make your federal career very
rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the
type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time,
part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more
information on the specific benefits offered.Required DocumentsAs a
new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.To apply for this position,
you must submit a C.V. and/or resume. Other documents may be
requested later in the process if needed.How to ApplyTo begin,
click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your
existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume
and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational
questionnaire.Click Submit My Answers to submit your application
package.To apply for this position online complete steps 1 and 2
above by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/09/2022 to receive consideration.
Please note, this announcement may close prior to the closing date
indicated if the position is filled through other means. If you are
unable to apply online before the closing date click here and
include the CBSR-11414320-22-AR in the Notes field.To verify your
application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account,
https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status
link and then select the more information link for this position.
The Details page will display the status of your application, the
documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the
agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded
documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS
account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA
JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.Agency contact
informationAmanda RobertsPhone(989) 497-2500
X13081EmailAmanda.Roberts1@va.govAddressAleda E Lutz Department of
Veterans Affairs Medical Center1500 Weiss StreetSaginaw, MI
48602USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will
receive a confirmation notification by email. We will review
applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements
are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is
issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted
directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred
applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision
has been made.You may check the status of your application at any
time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on
Applications. Information regarding your application status can be
found in the USAJobs Help Center.NOTE: Participation in the
seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a
requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care
Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual
seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical
or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an
exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in
violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and
including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who,
during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into
contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA
locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and
associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs),
community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet
centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA
licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and
onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time
employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA
contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions
trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their
work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include
residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA
personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and
other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients
outside VA medical facilities.Fair and TransparentThe Federal
hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the
following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PolicyReasonable accommodation policyFinancial suitabilitySelective
ServiceNew employee probationary periodSignature and false
statementsPrivacy ActSocial security number requestRequired
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