Summary

The Interventional Cardiologist at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center is responsible for providing comprehensive cardiovascular care to veterans. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures - managing pre- and post-procedure care - and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of patient care. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the latest interventional cardiology techniques and a commitment to education and research.

Qualifications

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 allopathic 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 accrediting bodies for graduate medical education - the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - in the list published for the year the residency - or fellowship if applicable - was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship - first year of residency - or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) - 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
• Exceptions: 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 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
• In rare and unusual circumstances - the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer - who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience - accomplishments - performance - and qualifications warrant such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Preferred Experience: Experience working within the VA healthcare system or other large - integrated healthcare settings
• Academic affiliation and experience in clinical research
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Pre-placement and periodic physical evaluations are required for Title 38 occupations to ensure workers are placed in positions where they can perform the essential functions of their job considering their physical - mental and emotional capacities - without endangering their health or the health of their co-workers
• See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

Duties

• Duties to include: 1
• Clinical Care: Perform interventional procedures such as angioplasty - stenting - and other catheter-based treatments to address coronary artery disease and other cardiovascular conditions
• Provide comprehensive cardiovascular evaluations and consultations
• Manage acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions for veteran patients
• Interpret cardiac imaging studies - including echocardiograms - stress tests - and catheterizations
• 2
• Patient Management: Oversee the care of patients before - during - and after interventional procedures
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and evidence-based guidelines
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals - including primary care physicians - surgeons - and nurses - to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care
• Provide patient and family education regarding disease management - treatment options - and preventive measures
• 3
• Procedural Expertise: Maintain proficiency in the latest interventional cardiology techniques and technologies
• Ensure all procedures are performed in accordance with established protocols and standards
• Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives related to interventional cardiology services
• 4
• Education and Training: Serve as a mentor and educator to medical students - residents - fellows - and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in continuing medical education (CME) to maintain and enhance clinical skills
• Engage in teaching activities within the medical center and affiliated academic institutions
• 5
• Research: Contribute to clinical research initiatives focused on advancing the field of interventional cardiology
• Participate in the design - implementation - and dissemination of research studies
• Collaborate with other researchers to promote evidence-based practices within the cardiology department 6
• Administrative Responsibilities: Attend and participate in departmental and medical center meetings
• Contribute to the development of policies and protocols to improve cardiovascular care
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records in compliance with VA standards
• Participate in peer review and other quality improvement activities
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): 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 $200 -000) & 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
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• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0700-1530 - 0730-1600 or 0800-1630