Dermatologist MD - Little Rock, United States - Sanford Federal

Description

Job Description

The Onsite Dermatology Physician will provide Board Certified/Board Eligible Dermatology Physician Services on site at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. This position requires exceptional medical expertise, proficiency, and commitment to delivering high-quality care to veterans in accordance with established standards and guidelines. The physician will work within the VA's business hours and clinic schedule to fulfill the healthcare needs of beneficiaries.

• Location

Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, 4300 West 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72205

Responsibilities

Clinical Expertise: Provide comprehensive and high-quality dermatology services to beneficiaries of the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. Perform medical examinations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments, while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Licensing and Certification: Possess a current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in any U.S. state, territory, or Commonwealth and the District of Columbia. Maintain Board Certification/Eligibility from the American Board of Dermatology and current Basic Life Support (BLS) or equivalent certification.

Credentialing and Privileging: Comply with VHA Directive and VHA Directive for credentialing and privileging processes. Ensure all proposed physician(s) possess the necessary credentials for granting privileges. Obtain approval from the Facility Medical Executive Board and Medical Center Director before providing services.

Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate technical proficiency in delivering the required services, including excellent English language skills (speaking, understanding, reading, writing). Maintain up-to-date documentation of competency, skills, certifications, and licenses.

Personnel Substitutions: Notify the Contracting Office Representative (COR) of any planned or emergency personnel substitutions. Substitutes must meet comparable qualifications. Permanent substitutions require approval from the CO and COR, with notification provided at least 30 days in advance.

Coverage and Scheduling: Provide coverage during physician absences due to sick leave, personal leave, vacations, etc. Ensure coverage is provided within 2 hours of notification and promptly inform the COR. Adhere to VA business hours and clinic schedules.

Standards of Care: Deliver dermatology services that meet or exceed recognized standards set by The Joint Commission (TJC), VA guidelines, and national standards.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state, territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of Dermatology.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or equivalent certification.
• Proficiency in English language (speaking, understanding, reading, writing).
• Strong technical skills in dermatology diagnosis, assessment, and treatment.
• Compliance with VHA credentialing and privileging procedures.
• Ability to provide coverage during physician absences.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Hours: Normal Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday Clinic Schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday

Job Type: Full-time/Part time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Little Rock, AR 72205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• BC/BE (Preferred)
• Medical License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

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