The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) is seeking a full-time Physician (Pain Management) to join the pain section of Anesthesiology (ANE) Service. This role involves interviewing and examining patients scheduled in the Anesthesia Interventional Pain Clinic. Although telemedicine is used as appropriate, physical examination is necessary for patient care and requires in -person face to face interactions. To 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 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 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. Additional Requirements: Qualified candidates must be proficient in Fluoroscopic/Ultrasound Guided interventional pain procedures. Qualified candidates must be Pain Medicine Board Certified or Eligible. Qualified candidates must also be expert in physical diagnostics, spine, peripheral joint injections and spinal cord stimulators. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over); Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) Straight pulling and pushing, extended standing, sitting, bending Ability to wear lead aprons for x-ray cases. For more information on this please visit: VA Handbook 5019/1, Part II, Pre-Placement Physical Examination and Evaluation. ["Albuquerque, New Mexico, is vibrant city renowned for its unique blend of cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and thriving economic opportunities. Nestled in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, the city boasts over 300 days of sunshine annually, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing against the backdrop of majestic Sandia Mountains. The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) in Albuquerque is a leading facility dedicated to providing exceptional care to Veterans through innovative treatments, compassionate service, and advanced technology. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. 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 Major duties of this position include but are not limited to: Interview and examine patients scheduled in the Anesthesia Interventional Pain Clinic. Perform interventional pain procedures/injections for relief of pain syndromes after appropriate diagnostic studies performed. Injections are done using fluoroscopic and ultrasound techniques. Review consults submitted to the service, provide patient care with in person, telemedicine and telephone visits. Provide emergency care, including CPR/ACLS as needed for cardiac emergencies. Chart and document patient care and/or procedures performed in medical records, on worksheets, and/or logs, as appropriate. Engage with patients, family/significant others, support staff, providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to implement changes to improve direct patient care and to provide a safe work environment for staff. Demonstrates an understanding of the need for and provides appropriate safety measures, when indicated. Manage time and workload efficiently and seeks feedback on output generated to improve quality of services. Collaborate with other physicians and other departments to provide patient care. Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive data and information, and compliance with ADP Security, VISTA, and PC policies. Sustain both patient and employee safety in an environment with everyday risks and/or discomforts. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm"]
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