Physician Assistant - Primary Care jobs in Georgiana, AL

Physician Assistant - Primary Care assesses, plans, and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Being a Physician Assistant - Primary Care orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. Administers therapeutic procedures as directed. Additionally, Physician Assistant - Primary Care scope of practice is limited to family medicine and primary care. Requires a master's degree in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Typically reports to a Physician. Physician Assistant - Primary Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Physician (Home-Based Primary Care - Medical Director)
  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • Tuskegee, AL FULL_TIME
  • Duties

    The incumbent will be responsible as the Physician for the Care of veterans enrolled in the Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program in Tuskegee, Alabama. The Physician will act as both a consultant and provide medical advice to peers and other staff related to medical direction for home care. The incumbent serves as a key clinical resource for matters involving home based primary care.
    Functions include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Serves as Staff Physician with Home-Based Primary Care;
    • Provide clinical coverage in HBPC;
    • Serves as a key clinical resource for matter involving HBPC;
    • Provides comprehensive care for our veteran population such as diagnosis, care, and treatment of assigned patients.
    • Provides effective medical treatment, consultation, and diagnosis upon request from other services/departments;
    • Orders lab tests, x-rays, EKGs and other diagnostic procedures;
    • Initiates or expedites requests for consults, special tests, or studies;
    • Will perform other duties as assigned.

    VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

    Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): A Recruitment or Relocation incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant
    EDRP Authorized: Contact William.Covington3@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

    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

    Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • U.S. Citizenship; 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 appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
    • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
    • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
    • You may be required to serve a probationary period.
    • Subject to background/security investigation.
    • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
    • Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
    • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
    • Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

    Qualifications

    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:
    • 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. (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.
    • Proficiency in spoken and written English.

    Preferred Experience: Board Certified with approved Family Medicine residency training or Internal Medicine training.

    Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.

    Physical Requirements: This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing; clear, distinctive speech; and manual dexterity. The position requires potentially long periods of continued sitting, telephone and computer usage, walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring of equipment/objects may be required.

    Education

    Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:
    • Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted, or
    • Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.
    • For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements for certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the applicant. [If the applicant does not claim an ECFMG certificate, facility officials must still confirm that the medical school meets (or met) ECFMG eligibility requirements for the year the candidate graduated.]
    NOTE: 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 responsibilities. The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

    Additional information

    This is an open continuous announcement. Qualified applicants who apply by January 31, 2024 will receive first consideration. If selections are not made for all vacancies, applicants will be reviewed/referred for consideration as received. Please note - announcement may close earlier than the currently posted date.

    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 apply. The 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

    Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

    If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.


    • Benefits

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    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

    NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy.

    Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

    The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

    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 VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You 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 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 Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

    • Benefits

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      Review our benefits

      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      To apply for this position, you must submit a C.V. and/or resume. Other documents may be requested later in the process if needed.

    • How to Apply

      • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
      • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
      To apply for this position online complete steps 1 and 2 above by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/30/2024 to receive consideration. Please note, this announcement may close prior to the closing date indicated if the position is filled through other means. If you are unable to apply online before the closing date click here and include the CBTB-12290065-24-PYB in the Notes field.

      To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

      Agency contact information

      Southeast Network Title Thirty Eight Recruitment

      Email

      VISN7RecruitmentT38Physicians@va.gov

      Address

      Central Alabama VA Medical Center-Montgomery
      215 Perry Hill Road
      Montgomery, AL 36109
      US

      Next steps

      Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. We will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

      You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

      NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

    • Fair and Transparent

      The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

      • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
      • Reasonable accommodation policy
      • Financial suitability
      • Selective Service
      • New employee probationary period
      • Signature and false statements
      • Privacy Act
      • Social security number request

    Required Documents

    To apply for this position, you must submit a C.V. and/or resume. Other documents may be requested later in the process if needed.


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    • The public

      U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

    Clarification from the agency

    All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.

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Physician (Home-Based Primary Care - Medical Director )
  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • Tuskegee, AL FULL_TIME
  • Duties The incumbent will be responsible as the Physician for the Care of veterans enrolled in the Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program in Tuskegee, Alabama. The Physician will act as both a consult...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Primary Care Physician- $15k Sign-On Bonus
  • MASC Medical
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Primary Care PhysicianMontgomery, ALWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physician to join our team and provide exceptional care to our senior patient population. As a vital member of our heal...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • American Family Care
  • Greenville, AL FULL_TIME
  • Summary Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients through collaboration with a designated physician. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assess and treat patients with comm...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • American Family Care
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Summary Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients through collaboration with a designated physician. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assess and treat patients with comm...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • American Family Care Corporate Office
  • Greenville, AL FULL_TIME
  • Summary Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients through collaboration with a designated physician. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assess and treat patients with comm...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • GENERAL PURPOSE: The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the care of a specified group of residents in collaboration w...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medication Assistant, Certified (MAC)
  • Crowne Health Care
  • Evergreen, AL
  • Medication Assistant, Certified (MAC) We are currently accepting applications for a MAC within our long-term care and re...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT CAREER TRAINING - LOCAL MEDICAL TRAINING AVAILABLE
  • My Medical Assisting Career
  • Greenville, AL
  • Interested in a career in the Medical Assisting field? My Medical Career can help! START TRAINING FOR YOUR NEW MEDICAL C...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Unit Manager-$10k Sign on Bonus & Excellent Benefits
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Monday-Friday (possible on call rotation) We are in search of a qualified RN Unit Manager to be a leader in our facility...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN-$10k Sign on Bonus & Up to $28/hr+
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Make a Difference in the Lives of Seniors: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Needed Do you have a passion for caring for ot...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing Student Aide: Gain on the job Experience while in Nursing School!
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Why wait to apply your nursing skills? Nursing Student Aide is a paid position that allows you to apply and learn nursin...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Greenville, AL
  • The Assistant Store Manager will support the Store Manager in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance and sto...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pain Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant NP/PA
  • GO Staffing
  • Troy, AL
  • Job Description Job Description Great opportunity to work with a large Interventional Pain Management group for their cl...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Georgiana is a town in Butler County, Alabama, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of the town was 1,738. Georgiana is located in southern Butler County at 31°38'24.313" North, 86°44'21.991" West (31.640087, -86.739442). Interstate 65 passes to the northwest of the town, with access from exit 114 (State Route 106). U.S. Route 31 (Mobile Road) passes through the east side of the town, leading north 16 miles (26 km) to Greenville, the county seat. Via I-65, it is 58 miles (93 km) north to Montgomery, the state capital, and 110 miles (180 km) southwest to Mobile. According to the...
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