Physician (Orthopedic Surgeon)
Direct Jobs, Martinsburg, WV, United States
Summary
This position serves as the Section Chief of Orthopedic Surgery located within the Surgical Service department at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center. The Section Chief will provide direct orthopedic surgical care while overseeing the clinical and administrative operations of the Orthopedic Section. This position provides clinical leadership and supervision for Orthopedic Surgeons, Physician Assistants, and other assigned staff.
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 physicians 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.
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
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
Board Certification: Physicians are generally not required to be board certified for employment in VA
However, three circumstances in VA require physician board certification: 1) If the position being filled is required to be a supervisor for medical students or physician residents (including fellows) – the LCME, ACGME or AOA standards requiring a particular board certification credential will apply; 2) If the position being filled will have faculty status with an affiliated medical school – then a medical school requirement for board certification will apply; 3) If the position being filled is required to be board certified by virtue of specific VHA policy – then VHA policy requiring board certification will apply.
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Additional Requirement: Board Certification by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Physical Requirements: The incumbent should be physically and mentally capable to perform the examinations, formulate the diagnosis and treatment plan, and educate residents. Physical activity includes sitting, standing (up to 4 hours), walking (up to 2 hours), heavy lifting (45 pounds or over), reaching above the shoulder, and repeated bending. The incumbent should be emotionally and mentally stable and capable to perform the duties of the position.
Benefits
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): May be authorized 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% 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
Duties
Ensures the highest standards of inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care – including evaluation, diagnosis, operative and non‑operative management, and post‑operative follow‑up
Manages complex and emergent orthopedic cases and provides expert consultation to the Chief/Deputy Chief of Surgery and other medical staff
Performs a full spectrum of orthopedic surgical procedures consistent with facility capability and standards of practice
Completes all required clinical documentation – consults, encounters, and follow‑up in accordance with VHA policies
Manages orthopedic department’s clinical utilization and ensures all administrative actions are completed consistent with VHA policies
Facilitates referrals and collaborates with other specialties to ensure coordinated, timely care
Participates in and fulfills on‑call responsibilities – including nights, weekends, and holidays
Designated as weather‑essential during on‑call periods
Maintains required Continuing Medical Education and ongoing professional competency
Educates and mentors medical students, interns, residents, technicians, and other learners
Serves as first‑line supervisor for assigned clinical staff
Plans and adjusts daily work assignments in clinic and operating room settings
Manages employees’ time and attendance – to include approving/disapproving employee leave
Recommends personnel actions, develops work standards, evaluates performance, identifies training needs, and ensures appropriate corrective or disciplinary measures when necessary
Provides technical leadership and models professional‑ethical behavior
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 08:00 am–04:30 pm
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This position serves as the Section Chief of Orthopedic Surgery located within the Surgical Service department at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center. The Section Chief will provide direct orthopedic surgical care while overseeing the clinical and administrative operations of the Orthopedic Section. This position provides clinical leadership and supervision for Orthopedic Surgeons, Physician Assistants, and other assigned staff.
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 physicians 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.
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
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
Board Certification: Physicians are generally not required to be board certified for employment in VA
However, three circumstances in VA require physician board certification: 1) If the position being filled is required to be a supervisor for medical students or physician residents (including fellows) – the LCME, ACGME or AOA standards requiring a particular board certification credential will apply; 2) If the position being filled will have faculty status with an affiliated medical school – then a medical school requirement for board certification will apply; 3) If the position being filled is required to be board certified by virtue of specific VHA policy – then VHA policy requiring board certification will apply.
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Additional Requirement: Board Certification by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Physical Requirements: The incumbent should be physically and mentally capable to perform the examinations, formulate the diagnosis and treatment plan, and educate residents. Physical activity includes sitting, standing (up to 4 hours), walking (up to 2 hours), heavy lifting (45 pounds or over), reaching above the shoulder, and repeated bending. The incumbent should be emotionally and mentally stable and capable to perform the duties of the position.
Benefits
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): May be authorized 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% 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
Duties
Ensures the highest standards of inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care – including evaluation, diagnosis, operative and non‑operative management, and post‑operative follow‑up
Manages complex and emergent orthopedic cases and provides expert consultation to the Chief/Deputy Chief of Surgery and other medical staff
Performs a full spectrum of orthopedic surgical procedures consistent with facility capability and standards of practice
Completes all required clinical documentation – consults, encounters, and follow‑up in accordance with VHA policies
Manages orthopedic department’s clinical utilization and ensures all administrative actions are completed consistent with VHA policies
Facilitates referrals and collaborates with other specialties to ensure coordinated, timely care
Participates in and fulfills on‑call responsibilities – including nights, weekends, and holidays
Designated as weather‑essential during on‑call periods
Maintains required Continuing Medical Education and ongoing professional competency
Educates and mentors medical students, interns, residents, technicians, and other learners
Serves as first‑line supervisor for assigned clinical staff
Plans and adjusts daily work assignments in clinic and operating room settings
Manages employees’ time and attendance – to include approving/disapproving employee leave
Recommends personnel actions, develops work standards, evaluates performance, identifies training needs, and ensures appropriate corrective or disciplinary measures when necessary
Provides technical leadership and models professional‑ethical behavior
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 08:00 am–04:30 pm
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