You will enjoy living and working in New York's picturesque countryside in this vibrant city with rich history and architecture and 4 lovely seasons. The Hudson River Valley has a host of outdoor activities like rock climbing, hiking, biking, sailing, ski slopes, and New York vineyards. Your specialty-specific CompHealth rep places your best interests at the heart of everything they do and pays careful attention to the things that matter to you, from the big, hard-to-solve problems to the tiniest details. Contact Zachary Richman at or to learn more about this opportunity. 4-day work week with Monday - Friday schedule and 1 administrative day Oncology-focused practice with established patient base to grow Solo role with tremendous opportunity to build and expand practice Little to no call coverage required, handled by phone Academic affiliation with New York Medical College New CEO prioritizing Cancer Center growth and development Board-certified or board-eligible candidates welcome Historic Hudson Valley location 90 minutes from NYC Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail From $285000.00 to $430000.00 annual Ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. Please reach out to your consultant for more information.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScHJ%2f0lEeLWwggf" width="0" height="0" />

**Oncology Physician**

You will enjoy living and working in New York's picturesque countryside in this vibrant city with rich history and architecture and four lovely seasons. The Hudson River Valley has a host of outdoor activities like rock climbing, hiking, biking, sailing, ski slopes, and New York vineyards. Your specialty-specific CompHealth representative places your best interests at the heart of everything they do and pays careful attention to the things that matter to you, from the big, hard-to-solve problems to the tiniest details.

**Job Description**

- 4-day work week with Monday - Friday schedule and 1 administrative day
- Oncology-focused practice with established patient base to grow
- Solo role with tremendous opportunity to build and expand practice
- Little to no call coverage required, handled by phone
- Academic affiliation with New York Medical College
- New CEO prioritizing Cancer Center growth and development
- Board-certified or board-eligible candidates welcome
- Historic Hudson Valley location, 90 minutes from NYC

**Benefits**

- Our services are free for you
- We help negotiate your salary and contract
- We coordinate interviews and help with licenses
- Specialized recruiters match your career preferences
- Experienced support teams take care of every detail
- Salary range from $285,000.00 to $430,000.00 annually; ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. Please reach out to your consultant for more information.

Physician / Oncology / New York / Permanent / Hematology-Oncology Physician Needed in Kingston, NY Job

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: <ul><li>Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.</li><li>Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility specific action plans to achieve quality standards.</li><li>Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.</li><li>Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensure ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.</li><li>Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.</li><li>Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.</li><li>Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.</li><li>Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.</li><li>Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.</li></ul> PATIENT RELATED: <ul><li>Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.</li><li>May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as, performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.</li><li>Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding post procedure care of vascular access.</li><li>Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.</li><li>Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.</li><li>As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure.</li><li>Identifies and communicates patient related issues to the Facility Manager.</li><li>Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.</li><li>Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.</li><li>Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed.</li><li>Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with, company, federal, state and local regulations.</li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li>Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians on an as needed basis.</li><li>Attends and participates in Governing Body, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.</li><li>Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.</li><li>Works with the physicians and staff to ensure possession of all necessary instruments and equipment.</li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL <ul><li>Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices and computers.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility equipment on a regular basis. Report any malfunctions or maintenance issues immediately.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and inspect the physical structure of the facility.</li><li>Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times.</li><li>Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to company Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.</li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li>Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the formularies.</li><li>Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement.</li><li>Initiates, documents and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attend meetings as required.</li><li>Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.</li><li>Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li>Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis.</li><li>Along with Facility Manager, coordinates the annual medical testing and competency testing for all facility staff.</li><li>Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.</li><li>Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely and maintained according to records management guidelines.</li><li>Coordinates the collection and forwarding of all vendor invoices to the accounting department.</li><li>Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of management.</li><li>Ensure nurses' progress notes are accurate and complete.</li><li>Acts as the Patient Safety Officer and conducts quarterly patient safety meetings and fire drills.</li><li>Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of direct patient care staff. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree preferred; Advanced Degree desirable </li><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.). </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 6 - 8 years' related experience. </li><li> 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred. </li><li> Minimum of three years' experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU experience. </li><li> Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology, scrub experience preferred. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred. </li><li> Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite is necessary. Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification </li></ul> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,696-$142,792. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?P4r9biPHJLu2P%2bEMU4Q7bQd" width="0" height="0" />

**Facility Operations Coordinator**

Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff, and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures, and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA, and all company, state, and federal compliance.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.
- Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility-specific action plans to achieve quality standards.
- Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
- Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensures ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.
- Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.
- May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as perform nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.
- Ensures patients and their families are educated regarding post-procedure care of vascular access.
- Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.
- Ensures patients' procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.
- As needed, assists with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra, and post-procedure.
- Identifies and communicates patient-related issues to the Facility Manager.
- Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.
- Confirms written orders, consents, and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting, and forwarding of lab results to the appropriate physician.
- Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed.
- Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with company, federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians on an as-needed basis.
- Attends and participates in Governing Body meetings, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.
- Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.
- Works with the physicians and staff to ensure possession of all necessary instruments and equipment.
- Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited to patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, and computers.
- Ensures the inspection of all facility equipment on a regular basis. Reports any malfunctions or maintenance issues immediately.
- Ensures the inspection of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and inspects the physical structure of the facility.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times.
- Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to company Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
- Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies, and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the formularies.
- Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement.
- Initiates, documents, and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attends meetings as required.
- Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, inventory control, and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.
- Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.
- Ensures medical records are accurate, complete, and in compliance with policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis.
- Along with Facility Manager, coordinates the annual medical testing and competency testing for all facility staff.
- Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.
- Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely, and maintained according to records management guidelines.
- Coordinates the collection and forwarding of all vendor invoices to the accounting department.
- Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of management.
- Ensures nurses' progress notes are accurate and complete.
- Acts as the Patient Safety Officer and conducts quarterly patient safety meetings and fire drills.
- Complies with HIPAA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

**Supervision**

May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of direct patient care staff.

**Education**

- Bachelor's Degree preferred; Advanced Degree desirable
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- 6 - 8 years' related experience.
- 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.
- Minimum of three years' experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology, and ICU/CCU experience.
- Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology scrub experience preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is necessary. Experience with medical database software.
- Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,696-$142,792.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Charge Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: <ul><li>Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.</li><li>Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility specific action plans to achieve quality standards.</li><li>Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.</li><li>Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensure ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.</li><li>Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.</li><li>Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.</li><li>Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.</li><li>Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.</li><li>Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.</li></ul> PATIENT RELATED: <ul><li>Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.</li><li>May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as, performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.</li><li>Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding post procedure care of vascular access.</li><li>Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.</li><li>Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.</li><li>As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure.</li><li>Identifies and communicates patient related issues to the Facility Manager.</li><li>Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.</li><li>Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.</li><li>Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed.</li><li>Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with, company, federal, state and local regulations.</li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li>Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians on an as needed basis.</li><li>Attends and participates in Governing Body, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.</li><li>Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.</li><li>Works with the physicians and staff to ensure possession of all necessary instruments and equipment.</li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL <ul><li>Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices and computers.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility equipment on a regular basis. Report any malfunctions or maintenance issues immediately.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and inspect the physical structure of the facility.</li><li>Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times.</li><li>Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to company Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.</li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li>Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the formularies.</li><li>Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement.</li><li>Initiates, documents and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attend meetings as required.</li><li>Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.</li><li>Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li>Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis.</li><li>Along with Facility Manager, coordinates the annual medical testing and competency testing for all facility staff.</li><li>Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.</li><li>Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely and maintained according to records management guidelines.</li><li>Coordinates the collection and forwarding of all vendor invoices to the accounting department.</li><li>Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of management.</li><li>Ensure nurses' progress notes are accurate and complete.</li><li>Acts as the Patient Safety Officer and conducts quarterly patient safety meetings and fire drills.</li><li>Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of direct patient care staff. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree preferred; Advanced Degree desirable </li><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.). </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 6 - 8 years' related experience. </li><li> 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred. </li><li> Minimum of three years' experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU experience. </li><li> Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology, scrub experience preferred. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred. </li><li> Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite is necessary. Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification </li></ul> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,696-$142,792. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?BvI8EKHZMpjDHNUmVrLYwAc" width="0" height="0" />

**Facility Operations Coordinator**

Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff, and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures, and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA, and all company, state, and federal compliance.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.
- Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility-specific action plans to achieve quality standards.
- Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
- Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensures ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.
- Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.
- May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as perform nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.
- Ensures patients and their families are educated regarding post-procedure care of vascular access.
- Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.
- Ensures patients' procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.
- As needed, assists with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra, and post-procedure.
- Identifies and communicates patient-related issues to the Facility Manager.
- Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.
- Confirms written orders, consents, and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting, and forwarding of lab results to the appropriate physician.
- Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed.
- Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with company, federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians on an as-needed basis.
- Attends and participates in Governing Body meetings, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.
- Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.
- Works with the physicians and staff to ensure possession of all necessary instruments and equipment.
- Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited to patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, and computers.
- Ensures the inspection of all facility equipment on a regular basis. Reports any malfunctions or maintenance issues immediately.
- Ensures the inspection of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and inspects the physical structure of the facility.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times.
- Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to company Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
- Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies, and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the formularies.
- Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement.
- Initiates, documents, and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attends meetings as required.
- Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, inventory control, and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.
- Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.
- Ensures medical records are accurate, complete, and in compliance with policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis.
- Along with Facility Manager, coordinates the annual medical testing and competency testing for all facility staff.
- Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.
- Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely, and maintained according to records management guidelines.
- Coordinates the collection and forwarding of all vendor invoices to the accounting department.
- Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of management.
- Ensures nurses' progress notes are accurate and complete.
- Acts as the Patient Safety Officer and conducts quarterly patient safety meetings and fire drills.
- Complies with HIPAA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.

- The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required.

- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.

- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

**Supervision**

- May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of direct patient care staff.

**Education**

- Bachelor's Degree preferred; Advanced Degree desirable.

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.).

- Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification.

**Experience and Required Skills**

- 6 - 8 years' related experience.

- 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.

- Minimum of three years' experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology, and ICU/CCU experience.

- Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology scrub experience preferred.

- Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred.

- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is necessary. Experience with medical database software.

- Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients.

- Good communication skills - verbal and written.

- Certified in CPR or successfully complete a course in CPR certification.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,696-$142,792.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Shifts: Days (No nights or weekends) Healthcare Setting: Assisted Living / Long-Term CareKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including physical exams and medication reviews</li><li>Develop and manage individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team</li><li>Manage chronic and acute conditions, providing appropriate care and referrals</li><li>Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, etc.)</li><li>Prescribe medications within scope and regulatory guidelines</li><li>Participate in chronic care management service planning</li><li>Educate residents and families on health maintenance and prevention</li><li>Attend interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to quality improvement</li><li>Maintain accurate EMR documentation</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Master's degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited NP program</li><li>Unrestricted New York Nurse Practitioner license</li><li>DEA license to prescribe medications</li><li>Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid provider status</li><li>Minimum 3 years of clinical experience (preferably in geriatrics or long-term care)</li><li>Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) preferred</li></ul>Benefits & Perks:<ul><li>Flexible full-time or part-time schedule</li><li>No nights or weekends</li><li>Beautiful work environment</li><li>Opportunity for career development</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?P4r9biPHJLs7LVEhn4My2gd" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Join our team as a Nurse Practitioner in an assisted living and long-term care setting. This position offers a flexible schedule with no nights or weekends, allowing for an excellent work-life balance.

**Job Description**

- Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including physical exams and medication reviews
- Develop and manage individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
- Manage chronic and acute conditions, providing appropriate care and referrals
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, etc.)
- Prescribe medications within scope and regulatory guidelines
- Participate in chronic care management service planning
- Educate residents and families on health maintenance and prevention
- Attend interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to quality improvement
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation

**Requirements**

- Master's degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited NP program
- Unrestricted New York Nurse Practitioner license
- DEA license to prescribe medications
- Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid provider status
- Minimum 3 years of clinical experience (preferably in geriatrics or long-term care)
- Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) preferred

**Benefits**

- Flexible full-time or part-time schedule
- No nights or weekends
- Beautiful work environment
- Opportunity for career development

Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

Immediate need for a Neurosurgeon for a locum practice in New YorkCoverage dates: ASAP - OngoingShift Description: 1:3 call, 7am-7am, Monday-FridayPractice Setting: Clinic and Hospital, AdultsAverage of 2-4 surgical cases on OR days.The candidate must be board certified and licensed in NY.Located near Jewett,NYIf you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text MD Staff at . You can also reach us through email at . Please reference Job ID # j-58643.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?wODhTziIccwwbNx86B4%2fPgs" width="0" height="0" />

**Neurosurgeon**

Immediate need for a Neurosurgeon for a locum practice in New York. 

**Job Description**

- Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing
- Shift Description: 1:3 call, 7am-7am, Monday-Friday
- Practice Setting: Clinic and Hospital, Adults
- Average of 2-4 surgical cases on OR days.

**Requirements**

- The candidate must be board certified and licensed in NY.

**Community Overview**

Located near Jewett, NY.

Physician / Surgery - Neurological / New York / Locum tenens / Locums Neuro-Surgery Job in New York

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff. Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: <ul><li>Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.</li><li>Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility specific action plans to achieve quality standards.</li><li>Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.</li><li>Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensure ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.</li><li>Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.</li><li>Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.</li><li>Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.</li><li>Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.</li><li>Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.</li></ul> PATIENT RELATED: <ul><li>Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.</li><li>May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as, performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.</li><li>Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding post procedure care of vascular access.</li><li>Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.</li><li>Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.</li><li>As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure.</li><li>Identifies and communicates patient related issues to the Facility Manager.</li><li>Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.</li><li>Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.</li><li>Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures as needed.</li><li>Administers medications and IV conscious sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with, company, federal, state and local regulations.</li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li>Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians on an as needed basis.</li><li>Attends and participates in Governing Body, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.</li><li>Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.</li><li>Works with the physicians and staff to ensure possession of all necessary instruments and equipment.</li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL <ul><li>Ensures appropriate operation of facility equipment and technology, including but not limited, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices and computers.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility equipment on a regular basis. Report any malfunctions or maintenance issues immediately.</li><li>Ensures the inspection of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and inspect the physical structure of the facility.</li><li>Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the entire vascular access facility at all times.</li><li>Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to company Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.</li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li>Participates in cost control initiatives. Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the formularies.</li><li>Assists in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures for the facility as directed to ensure continuous process improvement.</li><li>Initiates, documents and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attend meetings as required.</li><li>Manages medications, including ordering, receiving, and inventory control and checking for expired medications, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.</li><li>Oversees maintenance of usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal. Communicates with the pharmacist to assure medication accuracy, including appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li>Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Performs chart audits on a regular basis.</li><li>Along with Facility Manager, coordinates the annual medical testing and competency testing for all facility staff.</li><li>Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.</li><li>Verifies records for all implanted devices are completed accurately, timely and maintained according to records management guidelines.</li><li>Coordinates the collection and forwarding of all vendor invoices to the accounting department.</li><li>Acts as the Facility Manager in the absence of the manager or at the direction of management.</li><li>Ensure nurses' progress notes are accurate and complete.</li><li>Acts as the Patient Safety Officer and conducts quarterly patient safety meetings and fire drills.</li><li>Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. </li><li> The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. </li><li> May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of direct patient care staff. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree preferred; Advanced Degree desirable </li><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.). </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 6 - 8 years' related experience. </li><li> 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred. </li><li> Minimum of three years' experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU experience. </li><li> Minimum of three years of Interventional Radiology, scrub experience preferred. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience within a medical or vascular access environment preferred. </li><li> Proficiency with the Microsoft office suite is necessary. Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Demonstrated management skills necessary to provide leadership and supervision of facility personnel and to ensure the delivery of maximum quality care to all patients. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li><li> Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification </li></ul> The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $85,696-$142,792. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ylh1TeHpP%2f2%2b87ROxo52HQt" width="0" height="0" />

A federally qualified health center in the Hudson Valleyis actively seeking a compassionateOB / GYN to join their growing staff. About the Opportunity<ul><li>Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology<li>Setting: Outpatient</ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of New York<li>Board Eligible / Certified</ul>Your privacy is important to us. For consideration, please submit your CV in confidence and our recruiter will contact you to discuss job location and details before forwarding your CV to our client for an interview.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uACDoyOpNYOKvLR43fmAXQm" width="0" height="0" />

**OB / GYN**

A federally qualified health center in the Hudson Valley is actively seeking a compassionate OB / GYN to join their growing staff.

**Job Description**

- Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Setting: Outpatient

**Requirements**

- Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of New York
- Board Eligible / Certified

Physician / New York / Permanent / OB / GYN Job

A federally qualified health center in the Hudson Valleyis actively seeking a compassionateOB / GYN to join their growing staff. About the Opportunity Specialty : Obstetrics and Gynecology Setting : Outpatient Qualifications Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of New York Board Eligible / Certified Your privacy is important to us. For consideration, please submit your CV in confidence and our recruiter will contact you to discuss job location and details before forwarding your CV to our client for an interview.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?FlA2m7Fs1ReMWaoG9Hb4QQe" width="0" height="0" />

**OB/GYN**

A federally qualified health center in the Hudson Valley is actively seeking a compassionate OB/GYN to join their growing staff.

**Job Description**

- Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Setting: Outpatient

**Requirements**

- Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of New York
- Board Eligible / Certified

The IMA Group is a national leader with a reputation for providing high-quality medical, psychological, and speech and language evaluations. The IMA Group providers perform a wide range of evaluations and assessments for many state and federal agencies whose mission is to assist Veterans, underemployed and disabled persons, obtain benefits and services for which they may be eligible. Responsibilities: Serve as a medical professional to evaluate and perform clear, comprehensive and concise medical examinations.Ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracyExcellent written and verbal communication skills; basic computer skills; demonstrate organizational skills and multi-taskingMust be able to prioritize tasks and work independently<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?nyOUPDb5fxJvMsHFmhOetgq" width="0" height="0" />

**Medical Evaluator**

The IMA Group is a national leader with a reputation for providing high-quality medical, psychological, and speech and language evaluations. The IMA Group providers perform a wide range of evaluations and assessments for many state and federal agencies whose mission is to assist veterans, underemployed, and disabled persons obtain benefits and services for which they may be eligible.

**Job Description**

- Serve as a medical professional to evaluate and perform clear, comprehensive, and concise medical examinations.
- Ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; basic computer skills; demonstrate organizational skills and multi-tasking.
- Must be able to prioritize tasks and work independently.

Physician / Critical Care / New York / Locum or Permanent / Physicians Needed Job

The Designated Education Officer (DEO) is the designated VAMC employee who has oversight responsibility for all health professions training at the VAMC. The DEO receives guidance on Health Professions Education (HPE) program requirements from the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA). The DEO provides leadership, advice, and subject matter expertise in tasks, projects, and assignments related to HPE programs. Provides policy development, analysis, decision making, and implementation activities affecting the VA health care system. Responsibilities and duties are described in VHA Directives (OAA 1400 series) and summarized below. Oversees all functions related to the administration of HPE funding, accreditation, appointment process, and affiliate relationships in accordance with VHA OAA directives, handbooks, policies, memos, and notices; The Joint Commission Standards; and accreditation standards for multiple health professions. <ul><li> Provides oversight to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risk of injury to HPTs, patients, staff and visitors in collaboration with facility Occupational Health and Patient Safety. </li><li> Reviews and ensures that minimal qualifications and credentials are met by HPTs coming to VA for academic programs as attested to by the Trainee Qualifications Certification Verification Letter (TQCVL). </li><li> Interacts with affiliated institutions as appropriate on matters pertaining to HPT assignments and curricula and on evaluation of the VA medical facility as a training site. </li><li> Acts as a consultant to other VA medical facility staff on educational matters and interpreting policies according to VA requirements; provides comprehensive support to residency and training program and site directors. </li><li> Advocates for sufficient VA resources for appropriate management of HPE programs. </li><li> Exercises oversight and administration of all clinical training programs at the VA medical facility and ensures compliance with all pertinent requirements and program accreditation standards. This oversight responsibility includes fiscal matters, affiliation and disbursement agreements, programmatic accreditation, credentials of HPTs, appointment, and payment of HPT stipends. </li><li> Establishes local procedures for Educational Activity Record (EAR) keeping and disbursement including training, reconcile invoices, submitting rate schedules and reimbursing affiliates in a timely manner. </li><li> Works closely with OAA to expand programs, collect and report data, and obtain guidance for unusual circumstances. </li><li> Assigns work to staff in the DEO service. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul>THIS POSITION COMES WITH RECRUITMENT AND RELOCATION INCENTIVES. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards . Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Yes Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Yes 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 This position has Approved Incentives Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30pm) 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:<ul><li>United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li> 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 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. </li><li>Proficiency in spoken and written English.</li></ul>Additional Requirement: Board Certified in Specialty Preferred Experience: DEO experience<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?FlA2m7Fs1RciTHq6uWC5oQe" width="0" height="0" />

**Designated Education Officer (DEO)**

The Designated Education Officer (DEO) is the designated VAMC employee who has oversight responsibility for all health professions training at the VAMC. The DEO receives guidance on Health Professions Education (HPE) program requirements from the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA). 

The DEO provides leadership, advice, and subject matter expertise in tasks, projects, and assignments related to HPE programs. Provides policy development, analysis, decision making, and implementation activities affecting the VA health care system. Responsibilities and duties are described in VHA Directives (OAA 1400 series) and summarized below. Oversees all functions related to the administration of HPE funding, accreditation, appointment process, and affiliate relationships in accordance with VHA OAA directives, handbooks, policies, memos, and notices; The Joint Commission Standards; and accreditation standards for multiple health professions.

**Job Description**

- Provides oversight to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risk of injury to HPTs, patients, staff, and visitors in collaboration with facility Occupational Health and Patient Safety.
- Reviews and ensures that minimal qualifications and credentials are met by HPTs coming to VA for academic programs as attested to by the Trainee Qualifications Certification Verification Letter (TQCVL).
- Interacts with affiliated institutions as appropriate on matters pertaining to HPT assignments and curricula and on evaluation of the VA medical facility as a training site.
- Acts as a consultant to other VA medical facility staff on educational matters and interpreting policies according to VA requirements; provides comprehensive support to residency and training program and site directors.
- Advocates for sufficient VA resources for appropriate management of HPE programs.
- Exercises oversight and administration of all clinical training programs at the VA medical facility and ensures compliance with all pertinent requirements and program accreditation standards. This oversight responsibility includes fiscal matters, affiliation and disbursement agreements, programmatic accreditation, credentials of HPTs, appointment, and payment of HPT stipends.
- Establishes local procedures for Educational Activity Record (EAR) keeping and disbursement including training, reconcile invoices, submitting rate schedules, and reimbursing affiliates in a timely manner.
- Works closely with OAA to expand programs, collect and report data, and obtain guidance for unusual circumstances.
- Assigns work to staff in the DEO service.
- Other duties as assigned.

**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 leading to eligibility for board certification. Approved residencies are: 
  - Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), 
  - OR those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), 
  - OR 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. 
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.

**Benefits**

- Recruitment incentive (sign-on bonus): Yes
- Permanent change of station (relocation assistance): Yes
- Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
- 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)
- Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
- Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
- Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (must be full-time with board certification)
- Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
- No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

**Work Schedule**

Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)

**Preferred Experience**

DEO experience