Ophthalmology Section Chief - Alexandria VA Health Care Network Job at Department of Veterans Affairs, Pineville, LA

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  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Pineville, LA

Job Description

The Alexandria VA Health Care Network is dedicated to advocating for a whole health system of care in each of our Medical Centers. This innovative approach empowers and equips our veterans to take charge of their health and well-being, allowing them to live life to the fullest. As part of this dynamic team, you will be instrumental in creating personalized health plans for our veterans, fostering healing relationships and environments, and connecting them back to their community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional healthcare that improves their health and well-being.

Ophthalmology Section Chief Key Responsibilities:

• Typical shift M-F, 7:30am-4:00pm OR 8:00am-4:30pm

• Travel: up to 25% to Community Based Outpatient Clinics

• Provides comprehensive ophthalmologic evaluation/consultations, both IP/OP, diagnosis and treatment for patients, surgical procedures, postoperative care, and follow-up management across all appropriate subspecialties of ophthalmology

• Collaborates with other specialties to provide integrated patient management.

• Participates in call coverage, surgical rotations, and urgent ophthalmologic evaluations

• Oversees daily operations of the ophthalmology clinic, including scheduling, patient

• flow, and coordination of services

• Develops strategic plans for program growth, resource allocation, and improved access to ophthalmology services

• Additional duties as required

• May qualify for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200K over a 5-year period)

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $359,000 - $385,000

• Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays.

• Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.

• Comprehensive Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care, with many programs carrying into retirement.

• Flexibility: No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

• Professional Development: Up to 5 days’ paid leave and reimbursement of $1,000 per year.

• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Preferred Experience:

• Board Certified in Ophthalmology.

• 5+ years’ experience; Veterans experience preferred

• Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found

• Current full, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or District of Columbia.

Highlights include:

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a lower cost of living with a high standard of living.

• Outdoor Activities: Hunting, fishing, recreational opportunities and more.

• Rich Cultural Scene: Vibrant arts, festivals, music scenes, museums, and an array of dining options. Discover the Cajun difference.

• Warm Community: Friendly Southern hospitality and a strong sense of community.

If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Veterans and looking for an enriching living experience, contact me today! krysta.earhart@va.gov

Job Tags

Contract work, Freelance, Shift work

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