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Salary $108,645 - $243,000 a year
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Summary
This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until december 31, 2021Eligible applications received after the opening date will be referred on a as-needed basis until positions are filled.
Duties will be discussed with the hiring manager.
Work schedule: department`s discretion.
Telework: department`s discretion.
Virtual: department`s discretion.
Responsibilities
This is an open continuous announcement that will be used to fill podiatrist vacant positions throughout the san diego va, chula vista facility and oceanside facilityThere may not be any vacancies at the time of the submission of your application, however, when vacancies become available, you will be referred based on your eligibility and qualificationsThis vacancy is open to only podiatrists currently employed at these va medical center or associated cbocsResumes will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration as a vacancy occursYou will receive an email notification when your resume has been referred to the hiring manger.
The major duties of this position include but are not limited to:
The podiatrist will diagnose and treat disorders, diseases, and injuries of the foot and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests/therapies.
Prescribe medication and physical therapy, set fractures, and perform surgery.
Fit corrective shoe inserts called orthotics, design plaster casts and strappings to correct deformities, and design custom-made shoes.
Provide all aspects of patient-focused podiatric care in a challenging and collaborative environment, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Collaborate with other members of the podiatric and surgical service teams, including surgical residents, nurses and administrative staff.
Evaluate high risk patients who have concomitant systemic disease, such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, end-stage renal disease, arthritis, visual impairment, etc.
Responsible for entering appropriate notes into the official medical record using the computerized patient record system.
Va offers a comprehensive total rewards packageVha physician total rewards.
Pay: competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid time off: 49-54 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 10 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
Malpractice: free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: no physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Travel required
Not required
Supervisory status
No
Promotion potential
None
Job family (series)
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Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of employment
U.sCitizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with va policy.
All applicants tentatively selected for va employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointmentApplicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with va.
Selective service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to a background/security investigation
Must be proficient in written and spoken english
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Must pass pre-employment physical examination
Participation in the seasonal influenza and coronavirus disease 2019 (covid-19) vaccination programs are requirements for all department of veterans affairs health care personnel (hcp)
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:
United states citizenship: non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with va policy.
EducationApplicants must possess a doctor of podiatric medicine degree, or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in podiatric medicine and surgeryThe degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed.
(1) approved schools are united states schools of podiatric medicine and surgery, approved by the council on podiatric medical education of the american podiatry medical association in the year in which the degree was granted.
Note: the under secretary of health or designee in central office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 u.s.c§ 7405 for a podiatric graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilitiesThe appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate`s credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.
Licensure or registrationApplicants must possess a 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 columbiaThe podiatrist must maintain current registration in the state of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure.
(1) impaired licensureA podiatrist who has, or has ever had any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions of chapter 3, section b, paragraph 14 of this part.
Note: individuals who have or had multiple licenses, and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the state for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position, unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 u.s.c§ 7402(f))This requirement does not apply to licensed podiatrists on va rolls as of november 30,1999, provided they maintain a continuous appointment and are not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of state license, registration, or certification.
Residency trainingPodiatrists must have completed residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the secretary of veterans affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certificationVa podiatrists involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty statusApproved residencies are:
(1) those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education, the council on podiatric medical education, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, or
(2) other residencies and training experiences, or their equivalents, which the local professional standards board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training.
English language proficiencyPodiatrists appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written english as required by 38 u.s.c§ 7402(d), 7407(d
Preferred experience: none
Reference: va regulations, specifically va handbook 5005, part ii, appendix g-4 podiatrist qualification standardThis can be found in the local human resources office.
Physical requirements: see va directive and handbook 5019.
Education
Applicants must possess a doctor of podiatric medicine degree, or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in podiatric medicine and surgeryThe degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed(1) approved schools are united states schools of podiatric medicine and surgery, approved by the council on podiatric medical education of the american podiatry medical association in the year in which the degree was grantedNote: the under secretary of health or designee in the vha central office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 u.s.c§ 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilitiesThe appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate`s credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.
Only education or degrees recognized by the u.sDepartment of education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for federal employmentYou can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/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 educationFor further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
Va offers a comprehensive benefits packageThis link provides an overview of the benefits associated with a va practice: vha physician brochure.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
It is the policy of the va to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status.
Va encourages persons with disabilities to applyThe health-related positions in va are covered by title 38, and are not covered by the schedule a excepted appointment authority.
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.
Financial disclosure report:not required
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an alternate application.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application, résumé, c.v., and/or other supporting documentation will be verifiedPlease follow all instructions carefullyErrors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
Note: a formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salaryThe 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 employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Veterans` preference note: preference eligible candidates and other veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for title 38 positions in vhaWhen applying for federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference for 5pt (tp), 10pt (cp/cps/xp), or for sole survivor preference (ssp) in the questionnaireYou must provide a legible copy of your dd214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.)If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separationAdditionally, 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 veteran preference` with required proof as stated on the formDocumentation is required to award preferenceFor more information on veterans` preference, please visit feds hire vets - veterans - job seekers - veterans` preference.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Other
Drug test required
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (ns)/low risk
Trust determination process
Credentialing, suitability/fitness
Required documents
Required documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a c.vAnd/or resumeOther documents may be requested later in the process if needed.
Benefits
Benefits
A career with the u.sGovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowlearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
All qualified candidates encouraged to applyCurrent permanent facility employees only.
