Permanent Change of Station (PCS) IS AUTHORIZED.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: NEGOTIABLE
Position may be located in any of the VISN 6 Medical Centers or Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs).
The Mid Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6) has 8 medical centers ranging in complexity from Level 1A- Level 3 with locations in NC, VA, and WV. We offer affiliations with major medical schools offering teaching and research opportunities. Our Mental Health services are second to none and we are looking for highly motivated staff to join our team.
For information about VISN 6 go to http://www.visn6.va.gov
As a member of a multidisciplinary team he/she will focus on the assessment/evaluation and medication management of veterans who suffer from a variety of mental health conditions, including, but not limited to, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and other related conditions. The incumbent will work with veterans from all theaters of service, including, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Providing clinical assessment/evaluation of veterans with difficult and complex mental health issues and then selecting from a variety of resources and clinical approaches including non-direct and cognitive behavior therapy, behavior modification, insight oriented methods, family therapy, relaxation training, and medication management, etc. Serves as a consultant and advisor to other professional staff and the community on the assessment, education, and treatment of veterans with complex clinical problems, such as PTSD and war zone related stress reactions.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2:
(a) Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States
(b) Education: Doctor of medicine degree or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.(c) Licensure and Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, Territory, or commonwealth of the US, or in the District of Columbia.
(d) First-Year Residency (Internship): Completed a first year residency, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which it was completed.
(e) Physical Standards
(f) English Language Proficiency: Physicians appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402 (d) and 7407 (d).
(g) Certification: Certification by the American Specialty Board preferred.
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#lifeLong-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltciNew employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retrYou will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACAYou will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
Opportunities are available in numerous locations and employees may transfer to new locations to further their career goals.Alternative work schedule options are available.If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
Eligible candidates please submit the following documents along with college transcripts:
1. VA Form 10-2850 – Application for Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists and Chiropractors and current detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). http://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850-fill.pdf
2. OF-306 - Declaration of Federal Employment. You must complete this form to determine your acceptability for Federal employment. www.opm.gov/forms
3. Copy of most recent evaluation/proficiency report.
4. Current Federal employees must submit most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that indicates current status.
5. Copy of current licensure and board certifications.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins
If education is used to qualify for this position, please include sufficient information in your resume so you can be evaluated. You may mail a list of college courses that includes hours and grades to provide detail.
NOTE: Additional documentation will be required from selectee for the credentialing process.
Vanessa Proctor Phone: 919-956-5541 Fax: 919-956-7152 Email: visn6swatstaffingunit@va.gov Or write:VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network 300 West Morgan Street, Suite 1450 Durham, NC 27701 US Fax: 919-956-7152