The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a full-time Physician (Chief- Neurology Service). This is an open-continuous announcement and will remain open until September 30, 2022, or until the position is filled (if a selection is made and offer accepted, announcement will be closed). Qualified applicants will be referred to the selecting official every two weeks from the opening date of the announcement. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: 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; rather, 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. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Please Note...Copies of current certifications are required to be submitted prior to entering on duty. Preferences: Board Certified in Neurology. A minimum of three years of supervisor/ manager experience. At a minimum, has five or more years of specialized expertise in Neurology to lead, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate clinical and administrative processes related to the neurologic care of Veterans. Broad knowledge base with consult management. An understanding of Neurology, Neurology subspecialties and ancillary services. Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate (orally, telephonically, and written) with others effectively and appropriately, presenting a professional image of the service and the VA. Demonstrated skill in budget development and execution. Thorough knowledge of the VA Community Care and the Veterans Choice program. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: Functional Requirements Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of Fingers; Hearing (aid may be permitted). Environmental Factors Working closely with others; Working alone. ["VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.\nPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer 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).\nRetirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.\nInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).\nLicensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.\nCME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement.\nMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.\nContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Directs, manages, and coordinates the planning and implementation of VA Neurology care throughout the G.V. Sonny Montgomery VAMC catchment area, spanning Mississippi and parts of Louisiana and Alabama. Develops or directs the development of performance standards; evaluates the performance of key supervisors, and reviews the evaluations made by subordinate supervisors or other employees. Responsible for budget development and execution for VA Neurology Service. Exercises administrative, programmatic, clinical, and academic oversight of Neurology Care Service and programs to ensure delivery of quality services. Serves as the principal spokesperson and advocate for Neurology Service and programs within the VA Medical Center. Coordinates and integrates clinical and administrative aspects of the programs into a comprehensive package of services to meet the needs of the Veteran population. Directs patient care needs and assessments; identifies gaps in services and supports program development to meet those needs. Serves as a member of key medical center managerial bodies. Within the local planning process, develops short- and long-range goals and objectives for provision of Neurology Service and programs. Ensures that there is compliance with all Joint Commission and other regulatory body functions and standards that are applicable to Neurology Service and programs (assessment of the patient; care of the patient; patient rights/organizational ethics, continuum of care; safety, etc.). Oversees, develops, coordinates, and evaluates academic programs affiliated with Neurology Service and serves as liaison with the sponsoring institutions for such programs. Coordinates and integrates interdepartmental and intradepartmental services, establishing and maintaining professional relationships with other services and facility management which result in improved patient care. Participates in various facility programs designed to enhance and improve the delivery of patient care services, such as Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams. Develops program review and evaluation to ensure patient satisfaction dimensions of care and performance measures are achieved and that clinical quality of services and appropriate clinical resource/medication utilization are continuously evaluated and improved, as demonstrated by performance measures and wait times. Exhibits leadership in initiating changes in patient care programs based on current concepts and findings from research and studies. Keeps informed of developments in the management and treatment of diseases and illnesses through continuing medical education, both formal and informal. Recruits, trains, supervises, and retains the highest quality of Neurology Service staff, and programs support staff, as appropriate. Responsible for the completion of all clinical, educational, and administrative duties and requirements. Continuously reviews the professional performance of all individuals with clinical privileges. Actively promotes and effectively manages a culturally diverse workforce which embraces the values and needs of all individuals; accomplished through long-term commitment, strategic and business planning, education, and experience which broadens the mindset and by fully managing human resources. Learns about, practices, and supports all existing safety practices relevant to this position, contributing to and keeping abreast of new safety practices as they are developed. Expectation of clinical care in the neurology service via specialty neurological duties is appropriate, general neurology clinics/consults/inpatient care based on clinical mapping for appropriate level facility. When requested, serve as the Acting Chief of Staff during the absence of the Chief of Staff, and member of the Clinical Executive Board. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Administrative on-call nights/weekends/holidays."]