Orthopedic Spine Section Chief
Company: Georgia Orthopaedic Society.
Location: Omaha
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Details Posted: 20-Apr-23Location: Omaha, Nebraska,
NebraskaSalary: OpenCategories: Physicians/Surgeons Internal
Number: 689340900 The Nebraska Western Iowa-Omaha VA Health Care
System is currently recruiting for one full time, permanent,
Orthopedic Spine Section Chief. This position will be in the
Surgery Service Line. 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. Preferred Experience: Board
certified in Orthopedic Spine or Neurosurgery 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: The position will
require walking, standing, or sitting for periods of up to or
beyond 10 to 12 hours each day. In addition, the incumbent will
need to bend, lift, and turn. ["The VA Midwest Health Care Network
advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical
Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips
people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their
lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health
System of care, you will operate in a model with three core
elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each
Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and
healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's
community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration
(VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing
exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician
Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: 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. Learn
more Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular
salary increases ADHOC: May be authorize (Employee who Telework on
an occasional, episodic, or short-term, and have completed required
telework training and telework agreement). This is not a virtual
position. Paid 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 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 Malpractice: Free liability
protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician
Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
It is understood the duties below are not inclusive of all assigned
duties and/or responsibilities but provides a general overview of
general performance expectations and responsibilities. Analyze
patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical
condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity
and to determine best procedure. Prescribe preoperative and
postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets,
antibiotics, and preparation and treatment of the patient's
operative area. Direct and coordinate activities of nurses,
assistants, specialists, residents and other medical staff. Examine
patient to provide information on medical condition and surgical
risk. Follow established surgical techniques during the operation.
Operate on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries,
prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patients'
functions. Timely documentation is necessary in all areas in
accordance with departmental policy. All administrative work should
be completed in a timely fashion. Patient record documentation
should be entered by the physician into the medical record directly
(computerized patient record system - CPRS). Prohibited
abbreviations should not be used. Work Schedule: Typical tour of
duty, Monday through Friday, Administrative hours. Additional
information may be required during the interview process."] Create
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