Physician ( Internal Medicine) GP-0602-15 - Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
This position is located at the Executive Health Clinic, Internal Medicine Clinic.
This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
This position is located within the medical treatment facility (MTF). This position is a Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine Specialist) who works in conjunction with Primary Care Physicians,Nurse Corps Officers, civilian nurses and Hospital Corpsmen, and may provide oversight for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Medical Students, Residents and Interns while delivering appropriate quality diagnosis and treatment to all eligible military personnel, retirees, family members, and civilian personnel in a primary care setting. The Service Line, as a whole, is also responsible for the supervision, education, and training of Internal Medicine trainees who are required to have continuing outpatient clinic experience. He/she may be responsible for tracking clinical outcomes and coordinating the activities of the medical staff within the outpatient clinic. The incumbent serves in the Primary Care Internal Medicine Service in a large hospital which has highly specialized equipment and facilities and which conducts extensive teaching programs. He/she will serve as a consultant in internal medicine on cases of the most unusual or controversial nature, as well as clinics engaged in specialized internal medicine work. He/she may also train interns,residents, and medical students in clinical internal medicine. He/she will be responsible to the Chief of Service of the Service Line (i.e., Primary Care Internal Medicine or Primary Care Family Health Center), Service Line Leader (Primary Care Service Line) and Director for Prevention and
Wellness for ensuring the delivery of appropriate, quality treatment and diagnosis to Active Duty military beneficiaries, retired, and civilian personnel for medical care in the Primary Care Internal Medicine Service. He/she will serve in the following capacities: consultant and advisor; medical representative on boards and committees; participant in conferences and other activities involving the health care of the population served.
Medical malpractice liability insurance is not required for federal civilian health care providers as they are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while acting within the scope of their employment.
Who May Apply: US Citizens
Responsibilities:
As a Physician (Internal Medicine) you will:
Functions as a manager and team member of a collaborative health care team in the delivery of comprehensive health care and health maintenance in a primary care setting. This includes care of patients with acute episodic or chronic illnesses, emergency care, rehabilitation, preventive health measures, health maintenance, and health education services. The incumbent performs general internal medicine procedures on site and is considered an expert in the field of Internal Medicine. Caseload occurs as a result of scheduled, urgent, or emergency requirements for care. The incumbent directs supporting employees during the performance of clinical procedures. The incumbent may refer patients to other sub-specialties for continuation of care. She/he is fully responsible for the quality and timeliness of narrative summaries of procedures performed. Incumbent performs administrative duties which include, but are not limited to, reporting and tracking statistical records of workload; participating on clinical staff boards and committees;participating in medical education programs; training of interns, residents, house staff, and medical students; follows through on all patients to ensure effective comprehensive medical service; and is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Internal Medicine Service in rendering treatment and medical care. While working in the Internal Medicine Clinic, incumbent may function as ATTENDING physician for the Internal Medicine Clinic, General Internal Medicine Consult Service, and Internal Medicine Inpatient Ward(s) at various times. In this capacity, direct and accessible supervision must be available to trainees and students in the clinic and on the ward(s). This includes presentation of lectures, chart reviews, and providing input for performance evaluations.
While working in the Internal Medicine Clinic, incumbent is CONSULTANT to other clinics in the specialty of Internal Medicine which includes, but is not limited to, pre-operative evaluations,inpatient general medicine consults to other service lines (i.e., Surgery Service, Operative Care Service, etc.), and Emergency Room follow-up consultations. Incumbent answers all questions and screens consults emanating from other clinics and consultants for appropriateness, and with the intent to expedite quality health care. Maintains active, ongoing outpatient clinic schedule in the clinic in which (s) he is working (i.e.,Primary Care Internal Medicine). Is responsible for the long and short-term healthcare needs of his/her patients in the clinic, utilizing the clinic hours to a maximum for patient care. Ensures adequate schedules ensuring Tricare Access standards will be met. Incumbent may function as PRECEPTOR for Internal Medicine trainees assigned to the clinic or ward(s). This may include direction, integration, coordination and evaluation of training activities for medical students,interns, residents, and in service training of medical officers. Responsible for the professional continuing education and development of Staff Providers. Incumbent is actively involved in the Service Line's PE&I programs. PE&I is a JCAHO requirement for maintaining hospital accreditation. As staff of the clinic, (s)he is expected to be an active participant/supporter of all Service Line endeavors to include chart/peer reviews and conducting focused reviews.
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Physician (Internal Medicine):
Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association; Association of American Medical Colleges; Liaison Committee on Medical Education; Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school must have provided education and medical knowledge equivalent to accredited schools in the United States. Evidence of equivalency to accredited schools in the United States is demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.
Licensure: Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States
Graduate Training: Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate must have had at least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting, i.e., a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in a hospital or an institution accredited for such training.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed the required accredited residency training in the specialty of the position to be filled(Internal Medicine) and equivalent experience and training equal to at least 4 years. Experience may not be substituted for residency training that is required for the specialty identified.
See Qualifications section for education requirements
Additional information
- Male applicants born after December 31,1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- Two-year trial/probationary period may be required.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
- 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.
- If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
- Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.
Additional Requirement: 5 years of training to include your residency in Physician (Internal Medicine) or equivalent experience.
American Society of Addiction Medicine or American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry certification is highly desired.
US Citizenship is required
Board certification is required