Job Description

New opportunity to work with an incredible team in the Emergency Service at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Hospital in Charleston SC. Ralph H. Johnson VA can be found in beautiful downtown Charleston. With its rich history, vibrant culture, idyllic coastal location, exquisitely preserved architecture, and celebrated dining selections, Charleston is one of America’s best loved destinations. Settled alongside the Ashley rivers and Atlantic Ocean, Charleston has a subtropical climate with mild winters and warm, sunny summers. Charleston proper is surrounded by communities and neighborhoods that extend beyond the historic peninsula. The barrier islands, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston, and Summerville are within a 20-mile distance of downtown Charleston. Charleston Airport is just 15 minutes west of downtown, making business or family trips convenient

Job Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the position is to provide immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of a generally diversified population of patients in response to acute illness and injury in the Emergency Department (ED). Duties include but are not limited to: Treating injuries and illnesses in the ED as an independent practitioner who is board certified in Emergency Medicine. Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and have membership in hospital committees to ensure effective communication between ED clinicians and other hospital medical staff. Work with residents in the academic affiliate as they learn emergency medicine skills.

Qualifications

BC/BE US Citizen

Working Hours: The schedule is 80 hours per pay period with rotating shifts to cover the 24/7/365 patient care needs of the emergency department.

Comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits Package , we offer the following:

• Competitive Starting Annual Salary: $275,000-345,000. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Furthermore, employees can qualify for Proficiency Awards, which are available in addition to Pay for Performance incentives. Regular salary reviews will occur every two years, and all employees will receive cost-of-living adjustments annually.
• Education Debt Reduction Program: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) , a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements by VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply .
• Continuing Education : As a VA physician, you can earn CME credits at no cost. You can receive $1,000 or more annually and five days of paid absences to attend CME courses (conditions apply).
• Paid Time Off : You will receive 208 hours or approximately 26 days of annual leave a year. Unlimited accumulation of paid sick time and 11 paid federal holidays will begin accruing upon entry.
• Workers Compensation: Consultation, review, referral, and processing support for all employees regarding work-related injuries and occupational illnesses.
• Liability Protection : VA physicians are covered under federal tort laws and may be defended by the United States against allegations of malpractice or negligence.
• Health Insurance : With Federal Employees Health Benefits, choose from a variety of self-or family preferred providers or health maintenance organizations.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, supplemental dental and/or vision benefits are available to you and your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Allows you to save tax-advantaged money for health care expenses with a Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care FSA. Think of it as a savings account that helps you pay for items that typically aren’t covered by your employee healthcare plan, dental and vision insurance program, or other health insurance coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts: A High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) provides traditional medical coverage and a triple-tax-advantaged way to help you build savings for future medical expenses while providing you greater flexibility and discretion over how you use your health care benefits.
• Life Insurance: Plan for what’s next with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, which is group term life insurance covering you and eligible family members.
• Pension : Your basic annuity is computed based on your length of service and “high-3” average salary and become vested in the Federal Employee Retirement System, Basic/Defined Benefit pension after only 5 years of creditable civilian service.
• Thrift Savings Plan :   A Federal 401k Equivalent with 5 % agency match. Allowing you to contribute up to $23,500 annual elective deferral to your account. Become vested after only 3 years of creditable civilian service.

Compensation Information:
$275000.00 / Annually - $345000.00 / Annually

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