Physician (Plastic Surgeon)
Location: Omaha Nebraska
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is currently interviewing Physician (Plastic Surgeon) right now, this occupation will be placed in Nebraska. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 966121
Important: Current permanent VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System employees will be given first co! nsideration.
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/ .
NOTE: Applicant's education and length of p! ractice (experience) will be considered by a Professional Stan! dards Board and Compensation Panel in determining the grade and salary of the applicant selected.
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.
The incumbent for this position may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program. Please contact Human Resources at this medical center and speak with the Education Debt Reduction Program Coordinator for additional information
KEY REQUIREMENTS
U.S. Citizenship
Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required
Must pass pre-employment examination
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required
Background and/or Security Investigation required
English Language Proficiency required DUTIES:
This position is located in the Surgery Service. The Plastic Surgeon must be Board Certified or Board Eligible ! in Plastic Surgery and skilled in performing surgical procedures.
Responsible for providing initial evaluation and follow-up visits
Will take night calls as necessary.
Supervision of both residential and medical students in clinics and in OR.
Responds to patient telephone calls, informs patients of test results, renews prescriptions, gives telephone/email advice to other provides and performs administrative duties.
Basic computer skills are required using VistA or CPRS for ordering and making entries into the electronic medical record.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday with variable hours and rotating weekends and call coverage.
Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
U.S. citizenship. Non-citizens may 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 educa! tion in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
Current, full and un! restricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
Preferred Experience
Board certified or Board Eligible in Plastic Surgery
Background in the full range of Plastic Surgery procedures.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard.
PLEASE NOTE: 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/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting up to 35 pounds for 8-12 hours, intermittently; moderate carrying (15-35 pounds) for 8-12 hours, intermittently; lifting over 35 pounds with assistive devices in accordance with the Safe Patient; Handling Policy (PCS-026) except in emergent situations requiring prompt patient care;pulling for 8-12 hours, intermittently;pushing for 8-12 hours, intermittently;reaching above the shoulders for 8-12 hours, intermittently;both hands required;walking 8-12 hours, intermittently;standing 8-12 hours, intermittently;kneeling 8-12 hours, intermittently;repeated be! nding for 8-12 hours intermittently;climbing and use of both legs and a! rms for 8-12 hours, intermittently;both legs required;near vision correctable at 13-16Â" to Jaeger 1 to 4;far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other eye; ability to distinguish basic colors;hearing (aid permitted);specific hearing requirements;and other: twisting, simple grasp and fine manipulation.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or 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 Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, pleas! e review the information for disabled Veterans in the application checklist or visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx .
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/index.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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I! f you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, wi! th salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Veterans Affairs.
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This occupation starts available on: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 19:25:46 GMT