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Quality Care Our Heroes DeserveNow is the time to take your career to the next level and become part of the high-caliber talent that is VA. Experience what 250,000 current VA employees already have â“state-of-the art practice settings, access to the latest technology, a multi-disciplinary team environment and the opportunity to provide the men and women who have bravely served this country with the finest patient care, benefits and customer satisfaction. And with VA Patient Satisfaction Scores leading the healthcare industry, youâ&tm;ll be joining one of the most respected facilities in the Nation. JOB SUMMARY:Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 589284(Please include on all documents)Salary is determined by the Professional Standards Board for this occupation based on education & experience of selected candidate.JOIN OUR TEAM!The Oklahoma City VA Medical Center employees take great pride and deep satisfaction in providing America’s veterans with the best clinical care, the most innovative technology, and the most comprehensive array of benefits America has to offer. The Oklahoma City VAMC is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research.Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln’s promise – “To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” – by serving and honoring the men and women who are American’s Veterans.THIS POSITION IS FOR A MID-LEVEL PROVIDER (NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT) TO PERFORM THE DUTIES AS THEHOME BASED PRIMARY CARE (HBPC) COORDINATOR WHO WORKS FOR GERIATRICS AND EXTENDED CARE SERVICE. DUTIES: The incumbent serves as the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Coordinator whose supervising physician is the HBPC Medical Director or Acting HBPC Medical Director. This position is within the Geriatrics and Extended Care Service at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center.HBPC provides for Veterans requiring complex care in the home. He/She serves both clinical and administrative roles assigned to the HBPC; prepares reports and action items; working in collaboration with Geriatrics and Extended Care Service medical directors, administrators, and the Associate Chief of Staff; participating on Medical Center, VISN, and National committees as needed; supervising HBPC nursing staff and the program support assistant; resolving complaints while improving customer service, educating staff, writing policies procedures and proposals; assisting with recruiting, hiring, and training; screeningconsults; and preparing for surveys and carrya portion of the patient loadof a full-time provider. WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday 0800 AM to 0430 PMKEY REQUIREMENTSU.S. Citizenship requiredMay be subject to a background/suitability investigation.Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.May be required to complete a pre-employment physical exam.Licensure/Certification required Required Skills: QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Salary is determined by the Professional Standards Board for this occupation based on education & experience of selected candidates.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:VET PRO: Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a credentialing process before entering on duty. This process includes employment verification, personal history, education & license/registration/certification verification, and reference check. Selected candidate will be required to provide a certified copy of college transcript(s) and information on any licenses/certifications/or registrations currently or previously held.NOTE: A COPY OF YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.Citizen of the United States. (Noncitizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.)NURSE PRACTICITIONER:Education: Masters degree from a program accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE.Registration: Licensed or otherwise recognized as a nurse practitioner in a State and current certification as a nurse practitioner from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body.Experience: Experience which demonstrated leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others. Applicant will be expected to provide three (3) letters of reference.PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:a. Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Handbook, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3g.)b. The candidate must meet one of the following:(1) A bachelors degree from a PA training program which is certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA); OR(2) Graduation from a PA training program of at least 12 months duration which is certified by the ARC-PA and a bachelors degree in a health care occupation or a health-related science; OR(3) Graduation from a PA training program of at least 12 months duration which is certified by the ARC-PA and a period of progressively responsible health care experience such as an independent duty medical corpsman, licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, medical technologist, or medical technician. The duration of approved academic training and health care experience must total at least 5 years.c. Certification. As of March 12, 1993, certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physicians Assistants (NCCPA) is a requirement for employment.APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Employment with the VA Medical Center is subject to satisfactory completion of a background investigation. The investigation is conducted to determine suitability for employment. Its scope includes law enforcement and criminal record checks and inquiries with previous employers. It is your responsibility to provide complete and accurate answers to all questions in the required paperwork. If you fail to tell the truth or fail to list all relevant events or circumstances, this may be ground for not hiring you, for firing you after you begin work or for criminal prosecution.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening.APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. ***Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx.HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Failure to provide copies of transcripts and/or copies of licensures/certifications may cause your application to be rated as not qualified. Bring your expertise to VA and be valued as part of a team that is recognized and respected for significant contributions to medicine. Youâ&tm;ll enjoy a patient-focused environment, terrific benefits and incentives, and the ability to practice at any VA facility in the country.APPLY TODAYwww.VAcareers.va.govEqual Opportunity Employer Location: Oklahoma City
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