Physician Assistant - Physician Assistant
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Physician Assistant
Summary
This announcement has been amended to reflect the 2024 salary range
and agency's contact information.
PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ENSURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION
PACKET.
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Applications will be
accepted on an ongoing basis and will remain on file through
December 31, 2024. Eligible applicants will be referred each month
as vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are
filled.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
01/01/2024 to 12/31/2024
* Salary
$93,616 - $156,986 per year
A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary.
The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this
vacancy.
* Pay scale & grade
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Locations
* Gainesville, FL
* Jacksonville, FL
* Lake City, FL
* Marianna, FL
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* Middleburg, FL
* Ocala, FL
* Palatka, FL
* Perry, FL
* Saint Augustine, FL
* Tallahassee, FL
* The Villages, FL
* Saint Marys, GA
* Valdosta, GA
* Waycross, GA
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Multiple Schedules -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
3
* Job family (Series)
0603 Physician Assistant
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
Yes
* Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
* Trust determination process
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
* Announcement number
CBTC-AVM
* Control number
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This job is open to
* Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
This announcement open to current, permanent North Florida/ South
Georgia VA Healthcare System employees only.
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Duties
In compliance with VA Policy & union requirements/recommendations
for Title 38 clinical positions, internal facility employees must
receive first consideration prior to hiring managers making
selections externally to other applicants. So, this internal
announcement ensures this is met by posting all positions
internally to facility employees throughout the year. This
announcement does not signify that a vacancy exists at this time.
Should a true vacancy become available in this
occupation/specialty, applicants will be reviewed & referred to
hiring managers for consideration at that time. You will receive
notification when/if your application progresses to the next stage
of recruitment.
You must select the location(s) that you wish to be considered for
at your facility. If a vacancy becomes available, you will only be
referred for the location(s) you select when you apply. You may
select one (1) or multiple locations. Note that there may not be
any current vacancies at the time of this announcement, however,
applicants may be considered for future and any additional
vacancies that become available until the announcement closes.
The North Florida/ South Georgia VA Healthcare System is seeking an
experienced and dynamic mid-level Physician Assistant (PA). Our
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. You will practice with clinical
oversight, consultation and input by a designated collaborating
physician.
Primary duties and responsibilities for all PAs include, but are
not limited to:
* Providing care for Veteran patients, sometimes under the review
and/or co-signature of a physician
* Performing overall assessment of patients' conditions through
history taking, record reviews, physical examinations, etc.
* Diagnosing and developing individualized treatment plan in
various clinical settings.
* Writing orders for diagnostic testing including, but not limited
to laboratory, X-rays, imaging studies/EKGs, ventilator management,
blood and urine tests and any other special testing and studies
whenever indicated.
* Prescribing medications and providing education and counseling to
Veterans and their families regarding medical condition, prescribed
treatments and drugs, diagnostic options, review of treatment
plans, discussions of patient goals, etc.
* Developing meaningful goals to assist patients and their families
in attaining the optimum level of physical, physiological,
sociological and psychological balance within the limitations
imposed by their illnesses.
* Contributing to the achievement of quality care standards, and
actively participates in patient safety initiatives.
* Establishing professional working relationship with clinical
service providers within the medical center, Outpatient Clinics
(OPCs), and the Community Base Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs).
* Providing telephone consultation; screening consults for
appropriate and timely care prior to scheduling; and communicating
with inpatient multidisciplinary team members, such as pharmacy,
dietary, IT, lab, other specialists/providers.
* Must be able to work independently, as allowed by VA policies,
with delegated prescriptive authority for appropriate classes of
medications.
* Consulting with the physician where appropriate.
* Maintaining continuing education as required by the specialty
section and the appropriate professional licensing board.
* Providing patient care in accordance with professional standards,
core values and commitment to service excellence.
* Must demonstrate expertise in making medical judgments.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
Work Schedule: Various work schedules available. May require
rotating call coverage, weekdays, nights, weekends and/or holidays.
The supervisor will determine the actual work schedule (FT, PT,
Intermittent & the hours worked) upon selection based on the needs
of the organization.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
* 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.
* All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a
testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for
illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be
tested will be denied employment with VA.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959.
* Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
* You may be required to serve a probationary period.
* Subject to background/security investigation.
* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process.
* Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a
requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care
Personnel (HCP).
* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health
Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional
Information" below for details.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or
certification/licensure requirements may be referred and
tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements
are met.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the following basic
qualifications.
* Citizenship. Must be a citizen of the United States.
* Education. Graduate of a training program which is accredited by
the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or
one of its predecessor organizations. Additionally, candidates must
meet one of the following: (1) Master's degree in any discipline;
OR (2) Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of
experience as a PA.
* Certification. Must have successfully passed the PA National
Certifying Exam (PANCE).
* Licensure. Must possess an active, current, full, and
unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or
Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if
this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure
in that State.
* English Language Proficiency. Must be proficient in spoken and
written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
* Physical Standards. Must pass a pre-employment examination. See
below for additional information
GRADE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to the basic requirements above,
all applicants must also meet one of the following grade
requirements for a specific grade level.
Physician Assistant-I (PA-I): None beyond the basic requirements.
This is the entry level. The following list of knowledge, skills,
and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an
Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited
to:
* i. Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care
of assigned patients to provide appropriate care.
* ii. Ability to perform patient history and physical.
* iii. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the
patient.
* iv. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing
concepts and advancements in the profession.
Physician Assistant-II (PA-II): The PA at this grade is at the
intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing
responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed
below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze
and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level
grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of
patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals
demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by: (1) Two years
of successful practice as a PA. -or- (2) Successful completion of a
PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of
Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs
accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting
agency. -or- (3) A doctoral degree in a health-related field from
an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education. PAs at this level are not required to meet
each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to
demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for
PA-II:
* i. Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems.
* ii. Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical
decisions.
* Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful
practice of patient care including telehealth medical care.
* Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment
for improvement of services for patient care.
* Ability to practice with colleagues and peers
collaboratively.
Physician Assistant-III (PA-III): PAs at this grade are at the full
performance level and lead and organize patient care independently,
practice within multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinate all
aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize
advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and
evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice
and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities,
may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide
training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the
KSAs for the full performance level by: (1) Three years of
successful practice as a PA. -or- (2) Successful completion of a PA
post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic
Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by
VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and
one year of professional practice as a PA. -or- (3) A doctoral
degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or
university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and one
year of professional practice as a PA. PAs at this level are not
required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but
should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met
upon appointment for PA-III:
* i. Ability to clinically evaluate facility patient care delivery
systems and validate or identify barriers to safe and effective
patient care.
* ii. Skill to consistently demonstrate an elevated level of
expertise and autonomy in diagnosing and treating seriously ill,
multi-symptomatic patients through facility Focused Professional
Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice
Evaluation (OPPE).
* iii. Ability to present clinical findings and recommendations to
appropriate management officials.
* iv. Ability to clinically facilitate the delivery of patient care
in collaboration with health professionals, health managers, and
other health care personnel.
* v. Ability to implement and initiate clinical changes to
established treatment protocols based upon new medical literature
research findings to enhance patient delivery care for improved
patient outcomes.
* vi. Ability to participate clinically in the development of the
PA patient care audit processes involving in-depth review and
analysis of medical records.
Reference: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G8
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training, and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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
moderate lifting up to 44 lbs., carrying objects up to 15 lbs.,
frequent reaching, use of hands and fingers, use of cranes and
motor vehicles, walking, standing, bending and climbing. The
incumbent must be physically and mentally able to efficiently
perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to
themselves or others.
Education
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department
of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or
institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can
verify your education here: 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. For further information, visit:
Additional information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.
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.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP)
are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to
such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or
pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only
infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required
to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of
proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will
provide additional information regarding what information or
documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally
required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable
accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to
submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in
this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY
NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application,
resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your
salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this
vacancy.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment
reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process
to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or
during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge
regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with
making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that
have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment
at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service
members.
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