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Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon
Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration
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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program EDRP a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval award amount up to 200000 & eligibility period one to five years are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program EDRP a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval award amount up to 200000 & eligibility period one to five years are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates
03172026 to 08142026
Salary 250000 to - 400000 per year
Education and length of practice are considered through a formal pay-setting process to determine the final compensable salary Base Pay Market Pay Pay scale & grade AD 15 Location 1 vacancy in the following location
Evansville IN
Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Part-time - 24 Hours per Week Service Excepted Promotion potential None
Job family Series
0602 Medical Officer Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CBSS-12899852-26-KL Control number 861425300 This job is open to Help The public
U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Clarification from the agency All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. NOTE The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information refer to Required Documents below. Videos
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The Evansville IN VA Health Care Center is seeking a part-time Orthopedic Surgeon to join Surgery Service If you would like to explore this opportunity further please email Physician Provider Recruiter PPR Joanne.Miller2va.gov for additional information.
The Orthopedic Surgeon will diagnose and treat all the common musculoskeletal conditions to include surgical and non-surgical management of diseases and injuries to the musculoskeletal system. The incumbent provides care of the Veterans medical needs by performing examination surgical consultation and developing treatment and follow-up plans. The Orthopedic surgeon will prescribe medications order diagnostic studies such as lab tests imaging electrocardiograms EKGs and enters specialty consults as needed. The incumbent physician will provide ongoing patient and family education throughout the course of treatment. Each member of the Surgery Department functions as a cooperative and collegial team member with the entire medical center staff.
The incumbent must adhere to all service facility workflow processes procedures protocols and policies regarding the completion of all required operation procedure notes reports orders progress notes clinical reminders all other required medical documentation and performance measures in a timely fashion. Incumbent will ensure the most effective delivery of care while meeting and exceeding compliance Joint Commission and VA Central Office performance measure standards.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.
Education Debt Reduction Program Student Loan Repayment Learn more. EDRP Authorized Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact visn15edrpva.gov the EDRP Coordinator for questions assistance
Clinical duties will include but are not limited to
Treat diseases disorders and conditions of the musculoskeletal system both medically and surgically. Provides quality patient care to outpatients as assigned. Assesses Veterans by utilizing advanced clinical judgment and physical assessment skills. Identifies acute non-acute or chronic health problems. Uses principles of risk management to identify system issues which impact on patient care. Orders and evaluates appropriate diagnostic tests. Informs patients in order to accomplish shared decision-making in medical treatment regimes. Provides appropriate disposition of identified health care problems. Participates in Surgery Service multi-disciplinary activities. Keeps informed of development in the management and treatment of diseases and illness through continuing medical education both formal and informal. Successfully integrates identified medical needs with other patient care programs at the medical center and in the community. Consistently demonstrates medical expertise in diagnosis in and treating multi-symptomatic patients. Adheres to local medical center policies or VHA Directives related to clinical alerts and service level agreements with other specialized services within the medical center.
The Orthopedic surgeon will directly supervise staff in clinical situations Mid-level providers RNs LPNs and on occasion other trainees. No supervisory responsibilities such as disciplinary actions written performance evaluations or time and leave approval are expected for this position.
Administrative duties will include but are not limited to
Participates and attends medical center committees assigned by the Chief of Surgery Service or Chief of Staff. Assists in the development and implementation of care programs in Surgery Service. Participates in various facility programs designed to enhance and improve the delivery of patient care services such as Process Action Teams or other Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Assignments. Participates in Surgery Service Peer Reviews when requested.
Work Schedule Part-time 24 hours per week. Pay Competitive salary annual performance bonus regular salary increases. Salary will be prorated based on hours worked.
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 lifelong-term care many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement
Licensure 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
Malpractice Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
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Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy