VA PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN OPENING LEAVENWORTH KS

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Primary Care Physician

Our organization is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our team in Leavenworth, KS. This is a full-time position within the healthcare system.

Compensation

The salary for this role ranges from $200,000 to $315,000 annually. The final salary will be determined through a formal pay-setting process that considers education and experience (Base Pay + Market Pay).

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

This position qualifies for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which offers reimbursement for student loans. To be eligible, candidates must meet specific criteria outlined by VHA policy and submit their EDRP application within four months of starting. Approval, award amounts (up to $200,000), and eligibility periods (ranging from one to five years) will be determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services after reviewing the application. Please note that former EDRP participants are not eligible to reapply.

Contract Buy Out Program

Eligible candidates may also participate in the Physician/Provider Contract Buy Out Program, which allows for the buyout of service contracts (including locum agreements, loan repayments, and sign-on bonuses) in exchange for employment at designated rural or highly rural facilities for a minimum of four years. For further details and eligibility criteria, please reach out to the VHA Contract Buy Out Program Manager.

Benefits Overview

• Salary: Competitive pay, annual performance bonuses, and regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days for continuing medical education (CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension with a 5-year vesting period and a federal 401K plan with contributions up to 5% from the organization.
• Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options, many of which can be carried into retirement.
• Licensure: Must hold one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• CME: Potential reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year (must be full-time and board-certified).
• Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided at no cost.
• Contract: No employment contract restrictions on moonlighting.

Key Responsibilities

The Primary Care Physician will be responsible for delivering comprehensive care to a panel of patients, focusing on the following:

• Independently managing the clinical care of patients with both acute and chronic conditions, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention through evidence-based practices via various communication methods (telephone, video, in-person, and asynchronous care).
• Creating and executing personalized plans aimed at optimizing health outcomes for the patient population.
• Exhibiting leadership and collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and other necessary evaluations.
• Prescribing both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
• Initiating referrals and consultations to specialty services as needed.
• Providing education and support to patients and their families.
• Assessing and modifying care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Performing procedures as permitted by clinical privileges.
• Offering clinical guidance to mid-level providers.
• Embodying the ICARE core values: Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.
• Engaging in population health initiatives and quality improvement efforts related to veteran care, adhering to state laws as defined by professional licensure boards.
• Participating in continuing medical education and quality assurance activities.
• Coordinating care with providers within and outside of the service line, ensuring open communication and collaboration to minimize barriers for veterans and staff, thereby fostering a positive work environment.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

The typical work hours for this position are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.