Primary Care Physician EDRP Authorized

Summary Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per 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 office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Qualifications To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements 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 the 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. 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 Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent medical or osteopathic degree The degree must have been obtained from a VA-approved school for the year completed Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth or the District of Columbia Residency Training: Physicians must have completed an accredited core specialty program approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, leading to board certification VA physicians in academic training may be required to be board‑certified for faculty status Approved residencies include those accredited by ACGME, AOA, or other non‑U.S. programs with at least five years of verified U.S. practice recognized by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited programs and otherwise eligible are appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged PRPs have a scope of practice that allows restricted duties under supervision Surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs Proficiency in spoken and written English Preferred Experience: Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine; committed to team‑based, patient‑centered care; passionate about teaching; dedicated to serving Veterans with compassion and excellence; at least one year of primary‑care experience Physical Requirements: Placement is subject to meeting the physical requirements of the position Pre‑placement medical examination and drug screening are required Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Duties Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a strong salary, federal retirement plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and generous paid time off including all federal holidays Job Security: As part of the federal government, the VA offers unmatched job stability and security Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training, career advancement, and leadership opportunities within the nation's largest integrated healthcare system The Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – student loan reimbursement of up to $200,000 Work‑Life Balance: Predictable weekday schedule with no weekend or overnight shifts, no call, and generous leave allowances Rewarding Mission: Make a difference by providing care to Veterans, their spouses, and survivors Comprehensive Primary Care: Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions; conduct physical exams; order and interpret diagnostic tests; develop patient management plans Multi‑Disciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate within a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) including an RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologist, and social worker to deliver coordinated, wrap‑around care Education & Mentorship: Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and other learners, fostering the next generation of clinicians Integrated Support Services: Work in a system that provides seamless access to social work, travel assistance, housing, and pharmacy services without the hassles of pre‑authorizations or multiple formularies Small‑Clinic Feel – Large‑System Resources: Choose to work at the main facility with an academic‑center feel or at a small community clinic; enjoy the collegiality and patient‑centered focus of a small clinic backed by VA resources Documentation & Compliance: Utilize an interoperable electronic health record (EHR) that connects seamlessly with the Department of Defense and other federal partners, enhanced with advanced technology, including AI tools to support high‑quality, efficient patient care and robust population‑level health analysis Shape Your Role: At the Providence VA, physicians can mold their position to fit unique interests and career goals; work with learners, focus on high‑risk populations, pursue team‑based approaches, initiate quality improvement, research, or clinical projects VHA Physician Total Rewards: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases, 50–55 days of paid time off (including annual leave, sick leave, Federal holidays, and possible CME absence), traditional federal pension and 401K with up to 5% contribution by VA, and federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care insurance Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State, territory, or the District of Columbia is required Mundane: Possible $1,000 per year CME stipend (must fulfill board certification and full-time status) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Equal Opportunity Statement The VA is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr