Jobs in Derby Line, VT (NOW HIRING)

Position: Primary Care Physician

Compensation:
We offer a competitive salary along with an annual performance bonus and regular salary increments.

Paid Time Off:
Enjoy 50-55 days of paid time off annually, which includes 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and potentially an additional 5 days for continuing medical education (CME).

Retirement Benefits:
Our organization provides a traditional federal pension plan (with a 5-year vesting period) and a federal 401K plan that includes contributions of up to 5%.

Insurance Coverage:
We offer comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options, many of which can be continued into retirement.

Licensure:
Candidates must possess one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.

Continuing Medical Education:
Eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year for CME, provided the physician is full-time and board-certified.

Malpractice Coverage:
Liability protection is provided at no cost, including tail coverage.

Contractual Obligations:
There is no employment contract for physicians, and there are no significant restrictions on moonlighting.

Location:

Positions are available in Littleton, NH, and Newport, VT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the components and processes of the VHA Primary Care Medical Home (PCMH) healthcare system.
• Coordinate care for assigned outpatient panels.
• Evaluate and manage both acute and chronic health conditions for scheduled and unscheduled patients in a clinical environment.
• Conduct thorough histories and physical examinations.
• Document patient encounters, including history, findings, diagnosis, care plans, and patient disposition.
• Ensure proper closure of patient encounters, providing lists of current medications and upcoming appointments.
• Perform office procedures within approved privileges.
• Prescribe medications as necessary.
• Order and interpret routine laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic tests, communicating results to patients.
• Address patient inquiries, including secure messaging responses.
• Initiate or expedite requests for consultations and specialty tests.
• Educate patients and their families as needed.
• Order immunizations and preventive screenings as appropriate.
• Screen patients for hospitalization needs.
• Provide Basic Life Support when required.
• Share clinical findings with other providers using the Computerized Patient Record System.
• Oversee nurse practitioners and/or physician assistants as assigned.
• Act as a preceptor for residents in the clinic setting.
• Provide care for patients aged 18 and older.
• Maintain courteous and respectful communication with customers, veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all staff.
• Utilize VHA databases to identify and manage patients effectively.
• Adhere to Medical Center Bylaws and Medical Staff Regulations.
• Track care components electronically to enhance coordination.
• Maximize the use of virtual care options to improve access to services.
• Safeguard sensitive data in compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974 and other relevant regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

The work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Community and Lifestyle:

The White River Junction area, along with the surrounding "Upper Valley," offers a picturesque living environment with stunning mountains, rivers, and a wide range of outdoor activities such as swimming, boating, skiing, hiking, and biking. The presence of Dartmouth College in nearby Hanover, NH, enriches the local arts and culture scene.

Position Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship
• M.D. or D.O. degree
• Full and unrestricted medical license in any state
• Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP):

This program offers student loan reimbursement of up to $200,000, subject to eligibility requirements.

In addition to a competitive salary, generous leave, and liability protection, we provide extensive benefits and retirement plans without employment contracts or moonlighting restrictions. For further details, please refer to our total rewards information.

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.