Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) - Veteran Affairs Contract

Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)

The Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) diagnoses and treats diseases and injuries of human internal organ systems and delivers preventive and therapeutic treatment of primary care needs, including chronic disease management, of patients through routine physical examination testing and non-invasive treatment.

Job Description

• Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans.
• Examines patients for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders and determines the nature and extent of injury or disorder.
• Performs comprehensive physical examinations, referring to diagnostic images and tests, and using medical instruments and equipment.
• Documents all medical information into the patient's electronic medical record utilizing the VA's VISTA/CPRS electronic patient record system.
• Maintains confidentiality of veterans' data and information.
• Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in the provision of continuity of care.
• Orders and performs diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, laboratory tests, etc., and interprets test results for deviations from normal, providing patient notification and follow-up care.
• Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnosis.
• Refers patients to the VA medical specialist when indicated.
• Counsels patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance.
• Evaluates patients' records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care.
• Completes any and all clinical reminders "due" at the time of each patient visit.
• Completes the documentation of the medical record within twenty-four (24) hours of a patient encounter.
• Solicits medical management consult or input when appropriate.
• Complies with all VA guidelines regarding appropriate and timely response to all patient requests, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results, and diagnostic studies.
• Complies with the VA formulary process and consult protocols.
• Serves as a collaborative physician to mid-levels where appropriate and needed.
• Complies with all VA guidelines regarding appropriate and timely clinical documentation, including the completion of all encounters by close of business.
• Addresses the clinical needs of all walk-in/triage/urgent care patients.
• Agrees to cross-cover other providers, including alerts and notifications.
• Complies with all VA and company training requirements.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in family medicine or internal medicine.
• 5 years of chronic disease management experience after residency training.
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a physician in any state.
• Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Preventive Medicine.
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support, must be renewed periodically as specified by the AHA, and in ACLS if specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
• Annual PPD test.
• Must be compliant with federal, state, local government or contract-specific vaccine mandates and/or requirements.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Excellent computer skills.

Community Overview

Valor Healthcare operates more than 50 Veteran Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in the United States as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Valor provides a full range of medical services to veterans through the operations of CBOCs. Our comprehensive set of services includes primary care, diagnostics, laboratory, telehealth, behavioral health, and more. In addition, we are always looking at other government contracts where this assignment comes into play as a contract position working directly in a VA federal facility.

Contingent upon client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.

Valor Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.