podiatrist (internal wtvahcs employees only) - Abilene, TX , USA, United States - Department of Veterans Affairs

    Department of Veterans Affairs
    Department of Veterans Affairs Abilene, TX , USA, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    Summary


    This is an open continuous announcement established to enable Podiatrist within the West Texas Veterans Affairs Health Care System to communicate their desired interest for reassignment to different Podiatrist locations within the WTVAHCS.

    Applicants to this announcement should update their application every 90 days to be considered for internal reassignments.


    NOTE:
    This announcement will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed weekly or at the request of management.

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    Overview


    • Accepting applications
    • Open & closing dates
    02/01/2024 to 01/31/2025


    • Salary
    $180,000 - $240,000 per year

    Education and length of practice will be considered through a formal pay-setting process in determining the final compensable salary (Base + Market)


    • Pay scale & grade
    VP 15


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    Locations

    Few vacancies in the following locations:

    • Abilene, TX
    • Big Spring, TX
    • Remote job
    No


    • Telework eligible
    No


    • Travel Required
    Not required


    • Relocation expenses reimbursed
    No


    • Appointment type
    Permanent -* Work schedule

    Full-time -* Service

    Excepted


    • Promotion potential
    None


    • Job family (Series)
    0668 Podiatrist


    • Supervisory status
    No


    • Security clearance
    Other


    • Drug test
    Yes


    • Position sensitivity and risk
    Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk


    • Trust determination process
    Credentialing

    Suitability/Fitness


    • Announcement number

    CAZM HL

    • Control number
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    This job is open to


    • Internal to an agency
    Current federal employees of this agency.

    Clarification from the agency

    All qualified candidates encouraged to 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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    Duties


    A staff podiatrist routinely performs outpatient podiatric examinations, determines diagnosis, and initiates treatments based on podiatric education and standards of care.

    The staff podiatrist may also serve as a consultant to other medical center staff and trainees. The may train/supervise medical/podiatry students, and podiatry residents. The Podiatrist reports to the Deputy Chief of Staff, Specialty Care.

    Work Schedule:
    Monday - Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

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    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment


    • 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.
    • 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


    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 podiatric medicine, or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in podiatric medicine and surgery.

      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.

    • Licensure or Registration. Applicants must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
    • Residency Training. Podiatrists must have completed residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. VA Podiatrists involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.
    • Approved residencies are:(1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education, the Council on Podiatric Medical Education, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, or
    * (2) Other residencies and training experiences, or their equivalents, which the local Professional Standards Board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training.


    Preferred Experience:

    • Board certification with either the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) or the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) is preferred.

    References:
    VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-4 Podiatrist Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.

    Physical Requirements:
    Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds; Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (4-8hrs); Standing (4-8hrs); Both legs required; Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Ability to distinguish shades of colors; Hearing (aid permitted); Mental and emotional stability

    Education


    Applicants must possess a doctor of podiatric medicine degree, or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in podiatric medicine and surgery.

    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.

    * (1) Approved schools are United States schools of podiatric medicine and surgery, approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education of the American Podiatry Medical Association in the year in which the degree was granted.

    Note:
    Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

    You can verify your education here:
    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


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    must possess a doctor of podiatric medicine degree, or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in podiatric medicine and surgery.

    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.

    Additional information

    This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

    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.


    Pursuant to VHA Directive , 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.

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    As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

    Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    How You Will Be Evaluated

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

    IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or 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.


    It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.


    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.