General Surgeon
Location: Manchester, New Hampshire
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is employing General Surgeon right now, this vacancy will be ordered in New Hampshire. For detail informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 710591 (Include on all documents)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our Country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans.
Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your country's service.
If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans .
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define Â"who we are,Â" our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are I ntegrity, C ommitment, A dvocacy, R espect and E xcellence (Â" I CARE Â").
America's Veterans need you!
To find out more, go to http://www.va.gov/jobs/
KEY REQUIREMENTS
US citizenship
English language proficiency
Background/suitability investigation
Random drug testing
Physical standards
Licensure
DUTIES:
Work schedules - 700AM -400PM Monday - Friday (No night shifts - No weekend shifts required)
The Manchester VAMC is a Same Day Surgery Facility Only. Incumbent is assigned to the Outpatient and Surgical section of the Manchester VAMC under the direct supervision of the Chief of Surgery. Incumbent's duties will include a general mix of basic procedures in the operating room and procedure rooms. She/He will conduct elective general surgery referrals which can be treated locally or referred to tertiary VA Referral Centers (i.e. WRJ VAMC and Boston VAMC). The incumbent will perform outpatient and ambulatory surgical procedures. She/He will perform a variety of surgical procedures to include, but not limited to, Inguinal and Umbilical Hernia surgery, Rectal surgery (Hemorrhoid surgery, Rectal fissure and Abscess), skin biopsies, removal of skin lesions, simple skin grafting, Gynecomastia Surgery, Lymph Node Biopsies, Excision of Lipomas and placement of Porto Catch's. Also, treatment and care of lower extremity ulcerations. The incumbent will have a surgical RN assigned to provide assistance. Anesthesia in the Operating Room is provided by a CRNA.
Special consideration will be given to applicants that can perform colonoscopies.
NOTE: Manchester VAMC does not perform laparoscopic surgery.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
a. Citizenship . Citizen of the United States.
b. Education. 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 Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:
(1) Schools of medicine holding regular institutional membership in the Association of American Medical Colleges for the year in which the degree was granted.
(2) Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.
(3) Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure.
c. Licensure. 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. The physician must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure. Incumbent must be board eligible/board certified in internal medicine or family practice physician.
d. Certification. Must be board certified or eligible in General Surgery
e. Physical Requirements. Must pass a pre-employment physical.
f. English Language Proficiency. Physicians must be proficient in spoken and written English.
Salary determination will be based on a recommendation by the Professional Standards Board and approved by the Medical Center Director. Applicant's education, length of practice and specialized experience will be considered by a Physician compensation panel in recommending salary of the applicant selected.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G2, PHYSICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD, dated April 15, 2002.
NOTE : Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the United States Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards your qualifications for this position. You 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.
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.
Veteran's 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 DD-214(s) showing all dates of service as well as character of service (honorable, general, etc.). Additionally, veterans with service-connected disability of 10% or more must also submit a copy of their official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs, or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying their service-connected disability and/or their receipt of compensation for service-connected disability.
Veterans with service-connected disability of less than 10%, nonservice-connected disability, and Purple Heart recipients, as-well-as those claiming derived preference for a spouse, widow or widower, or natural mother, should refer to and submit a completed SF 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and required documentation with your application materials.
For more information on Veterans' Preference, go to http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp .
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Complete application packages will be reviewed to determine if the basic qualifications for this position have been met. A listing of candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the hiring facility where the credentialing and privileging screening process is completed.
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, 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 will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon completing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. Grade and salary will be based on a recommendation by the Professional Standards Board and approved by the Medical Center Director.
VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please send us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
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This vacancy starts available on: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:45:02 GMT