What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position at US Department of Veterans Affairs?
Primary Care: Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
The VA Midwest Health Care Network is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse to join our Primary Care team. This role offers an opportunity to provide exceptional, Whole Health-focused care to America's Veterans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient examinations and develop treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work and imaging studies
- Prescribe medications and therapies within the scope of practice
- Conduct patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention
- Collaborate with physicians and specialists in a team-based care model
- Utilize electronic health records for documentation and care coordination
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Advanced Practice Nursing
- Current licensure
- Commitment to patient-centered, Whole Health approach to care
Comprehensive Benefits Package
As a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner at ICVAHCS, you'll enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages with regular pay increases
- Annual average increases: 2% federal, 2% local, and Step promotional
- Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement (401k) with employer contributions
- Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) pension contributions
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance ($16,000 in premiums paid by VA)
- Optional life insurance coverage
- Scholarship and degree advancement opportunities ($44,248 lifetime award)
- Child care subsidy ($5,000 per year)
Work-Life Balance
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave per qualifying event
- 11 paid federal holidays annually
- 13-26 paid vacation days annually (based on years of service)
- 13 paid sick days annually
- 15 days of paid military leave annually
- Credit for military service
What We Offer
- Opportunity to serve America's Veterans
- Work-life balance with a Monday-Friday schedule
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of Veterans! To apply, please visit USAJobs.gov and search for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $116,750.00 - $164,480.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Primary Care
Work Location: In person
Salary : $116,750 - $164,480
