Section Chief - Anesthesiology
The Alvin C. York Section Chief of Anesthesiology is the member of the Anesthesiology Service whose responsibilities include clinical activities, administrative responsibilities and educational activities within the department. The duties include, but are not limited to:
The physician is to provide leadership, administrative oversight and coordination of operations for the Alvin C. York Campus operating rooms and pain clinics. Manages the daily assignments and oversees the appropriate utilization of operating time in conjunction with the surgical teams. Oversees appropriate use of annual and sick leave utilization by the Anesthesiology staff to ensure adequate staff availability to all clinic and pain procedure areas. Ensuring adherence of providers to policies and procedures of the Anesthesiology Service, TVHS, VISN 9 and the VHA. The ACY Section Chief of Anesthesiology is responsible for developing and implementing systems redesign strategies to improve patient flow through the operating room and the pain clinic in conjunction with the Chief of Anesthesiology. Evaluation and supervision of mid-level practitioners within the clinic. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday (8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.) or determined by the needs of the service. Financial Disclosure Report:
Required 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. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred
Experience:
Board Certified/Eligible in Anesthesiology, preferred. 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:
Physicians should be physically and mentally capable to perform the examinations, formulate the diagnosis and treatment plan, and educate residents. Physical activity includes sitting, standing (for up to 2 hours), walking (up to 2 hours), heavy lifting (intermittently, 45 lbs. or over), reaching above the shoulder, and repeated bending. Physician should be emotionally and mental stable and capable of performing the duties of the position.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The physician is to provide leadership, administrative oversight and coordination of operations for the Alvin C. York Campus operating rooms and pain clinics. Manages the daily assignments and oversees the appropriate utilization of operating time in conjunction with the surgical teams. Oversees appropriate use of annual and sick leave utilization by the Anesthesiology staff to ensure adequate staff availability to all clinic and pain procedure areas. Ensuring adherence of providers to policies and procedures of the Anesthesiology Service, TVHS, VISN 9 and the VHA. The ACY Section Chief of Anesthesiology is responsible for developing and implementing systems redesign strategies to improve patient flow through the operating room and the pain clinic in conjunction with the Chief of Anesthesiology. Evaluation and supervision of mid-level practitioners within the clinic. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday (8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.) or determined by the needs of the service. Financial Disclosure Report:
Required 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. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Physical requirements outlined below. Preferred
Experience:
Board Certified/Eligible in Anesthesiology, preferred. 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:
Physicians should be physically and mentally capable to perform the examinations, formulate the diagnosis and treatment plan, and educate residents. Physical activity includes sitting, standing (for up to 2 hours), walking (up to 2 hours), heavy lifting (intermittently, 45 lbs. or over), reaching above the shoulder, and repeated bending. Physician should be emotionally and mental stable and capable of performing the duties of the position.
- Department:
0602 Medical Officer - Salary Range:
$200,000 to $400,000 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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