Dermatologist Job at Veterans Health Administration in Long Beach, CA

Work Schedule: Part-Time, 30 hours weekly, 3 days per week, from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Not eligible for tele-work, in-person only).

Call Coverage: Rotating on-call coverage with a minimum of two additional attending physicians. The frequency of on-call weeks is proportional to 0.75 Full-Time Equivalent, amounting to approximately 12 weeks within a calendar year.

Academic Affiliations: University of California, Irvine, Department of Dermatology. Serve as a mentor to five UCI dermatology residents, offering practical instruction and oversight during clinical procedures and evaluations.

Practice Environment Description: This distinctive role encompasses a blend of clinical practice, procedural expertise, and academic responsibilities within a collaborative and supportive setting. The position provides an exceptional opportunity to engage in a stimulating academic atmosphere while managing a part-time clinical schedule. You will work alongside colleagues to deliver comprehensive dermatologic care, participate in teaching and mentoring, and support the academic objectives of the department. Our dermatology department comprises a dedicated team that includes two full-time physicians, one full-time physician-scientist, two part-time staff physicians, and two nurse practitioners.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough assessments for acute dermatological conditions, ensuring prompt and appropriate interventions. Administer the admission process for patients presenting with severe or acute dermatological disorders. Provide continuous management of chronic dermatological diseases, including psoriasis, eczema, and skin malignancies. Perform and supervise laser surgical procedures, with an emphasis on mentoring and overseeing resident involvement. Deliver tele-dermatology services, facilitating remote consultations and follow-up care to enhance patient accessibility.

Qualifications:

Competitive Starting Annual Salary: The final total amount will be adjusted to reflect a .75 Full-Time Equivalency. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Performance pay will be calculated based on the full-time equivalent salary, rather than being prorated according to the standard work schedule or actual earnings.

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 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 program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Paid Time Off: 1 hour of annual leave for each 10 hours in a pay status with a max carryover of 240 hours. 1 hour of sick leave for each 20 hours in a pay status (no limit) and 11 paid federal holidays accrue right away.

Liability Protection: VA providers are protected by the federal government in instances of alleged malpractice or negligence resulting from the performance of their duties in or for the Veterans Health Administration, at no cost. VA providers receive tail protection for the time they practice in VA.

Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB): With Federal Employees Health Benefits, choose from a variety of self- or family-preferred providers or health maintenance organizations.

Federal Employees Dental & Vision Insurance Program (FED VIP): Under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, supplemental dental and/or vision benefits are available to you and your family.

Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI): Plan for what’s next with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, which is group term life insurance covering you and eligible family members.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Allows you to save tax-advantaged money for health care expenses with Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care FSA.

Health Savings Accounts (HAS): 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.

Retirement: Your basic annuity is computed based on your length of service and “high-3” average salary and becomes vested in the Federal Employee Retirement System, Basic/Defined Benefit pension after only 5 years of creditable civilian service.

Thrift Savings Plan (401K): 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.

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