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Orlando VA Healthcare System's Specialty Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Otolaryngology Section Chief. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center. 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 (Otolaryngology) 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: Prefer sinus experience or head and neck focus. Preferred experience in running VA ENT department 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: Must pass a pre-employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019. This examination is administered by VA Occupational Health. This position requires: light to moderate lifting (15 - 44 LBS); light carrying (15 LBS and under); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; both hands required; walking (up to 2 hours); standing (up to 2 hours); kneeling (up to 1 hour); ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; depth perception; ability to distinguish basic colors; ability to distinguish shades of colors; hearing (aid permitted); emotional stability; mental stability; working closely with others; and working alone. ["This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made. 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. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive: An incentive is authorized. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): EDRP Authorized-Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov if you have any questions or concerns. Learn more. 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 The Otolaryngology Surgery Section Chief is responsible and accountable for all clinical, administrative, and performance improvement activities for their assigned sections at a site within Orlando VAHCS. In addition to assisting the Deputy ACOS or ACOS, Surgical Service with the day to day to day operations, this position is designed to actively participate in projects in personnel management and recruitment, strategic planning, health care quality performance monitoring and management, and in various aspects of productivity. Additional duties can be assigned as demand arises. Duties include but are not limited to; Assures that each patient presenting for care receives quality medical care within the limits and resources of the facility, obtaining referral to another VA facility or VA Community Care if resources are not available. Directs and oversees the clinical activities of the Otolaryngology surgery providers, including surgeons, advanced practice providers, and learners. Works collaboratively with other disciplines and services to assure quality medical care. Participates in direct patient care in outpatient and inpatient setting, operative and emergent, and participates in a rotating call schedule. Promotes virtual care modalities for care delivery and ensures incorporation of such modalities into daily operations Is responsible for distribution of applicable medical center and outpatient clinic policies, rules and regulations, and medical staff bylaws to personnel. Professional oversight of staff at assigned sites and section. Collaboration with all surgery disciplines to support processes, including monitoring and improving Otolaryngology and surgical metrics, supporting new initiatives, improving ESAT measures, reviewing NSO measures, attending surgery leadership meetings. Responsible for meeting the performance improvement requirements of both the Joint Commission and the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for directing, educating, and involving all staff in these areas in the performance improvement process. Mandatory active participation in performance improvement projects leading to improved measurable outcomes for veterans. Leads M&M for the Otolaryngology surgery section and holds monthly M&M conferences. Minutes are sent to surgery leadership. Participates in the following committees: weekly lead/chief meeting, monthly surgical service meeting, facility surgery workgroup meeting and others as designated by the Deputy ACOS or ACOS, Surgical Service. You are encouraged to participate in a facility or VISN committee. Actively participates in regular huddles with the team, including nursing and HAS, and addresses issues and concerns raised by staff in a timely and appropriate manner. Work Schedule: M-F 8am-430pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs)."]

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