Physician (Primary Care/Mental Health Integration Psychiatrist)
Location: Walla Walla Washington
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is currently interviewing Physician (Primary Care/Mental Health Integration Psychiatrist) right now, this occupation will be placed in Washington. More details about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) 891251
This position is a part time position wo! rking 32 hours per week as a Primary Care/Mental Health Integration Psychiatrist.
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
The Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center supports Psychosocial and Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation and Outpatient services to veterans throughout Southeastern Washington, Southwestern Idaho, and Northeastern Oregon. If you would like more information regarding the facility please go to the following website: http://www.wallawalla.va.gov/ . Walla Walla is a pleasant town of 40,000 near the beautiful Blue Mountain range of SE Washington State. Excellent public schools and two 4-year colleges are an asset. Our Main Street has been ranked as one of the best small town main streets in the U.S and also was voted friendliest city in the US by Rand-Mc! Nally in 2011. Sunset Magazine has proclaimed Walla Walla as o! ne of the 10 best small towns in the U.S. and as a tourist destination because of the internationally acclaimed wine industry.
As a VA physician, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
NOTE: Applicant's education and length of practice (experience) will be considered by a Professional Standards Board and Compensation Panel in determining the salary of the applicant selected.
The incumbent for this position may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program. Please contact Human Resources at this medical center and speak with the Education Debt Reduction Program Coordinator for additional information.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required.
Must pass pre-employment examination.
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
Background and/or Security Investigation required.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English DUTIES:
The Physician will be a member of the Primary Care/Mental Health Integration (PC/MH) Team and will be located in the Primary Care Clinic. The duties of the postion will consist of:
o Provide consultation to primary care providers regarding mental health issues.
o Provide initial evaluation and management of mental disorders and refer to specialty mental health care as needed.
o Provide short term care for mental health disorders that may be managed in the primary care setting, and in some cases, longer term management for veterans who ! decline referral to specialty mental health.
o Assess and trea! t the full range of mental disorders, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and substance use disorders, with a particular emphasis on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
o Provide education to primary care teams regarding management of psychiatric and substance abuse disorders.
o Other duties may include cross coverage of the residential rehabilitation program and outpatient mental health clinic, as well as videoteleconferencing support of community based outpatient clinics.
Interest in the integration of mental health and medical care as well as comfort working as a member of an interdisciplinary team are important for this position, as are flexibility and adaptability.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standards.
Physical Requirements: Applicants must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position without hazard to themselves or others. The work ! will require periods of walking, standing, bending, or climbing and emp! loyee may carry light items such as books, laptops, etc. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position, usable vision, color vision, hearing, or speech may be required. However, in most cases, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify an applicant for appointment. The loss or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid. Reasonable accommodation may also be considered in determining an applicantÂ's ability to perform the duties of a position.
PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applic! ants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation. Additionally, 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 Veterans Preference" with required proof! as stated on the form. For more information, please review the informa! tion for disabled Veterans in the application checklist or visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx .
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work ! and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Veterans Affairs.
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This occupation starts available on: Mon, 13 May 2013 02:55:23 GMT
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