Physician - Neurology

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) & 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 ineligible to apply.

The VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) is seeking a full-time Neurodegeneration Provider to deliver comprehensive care for Veterans with neurodegenerative disorders and general neurological conditions. This position plays a critical role in improving clinical access, reducing community care referrals, and ensuring timely intervention for complex neurological diseases. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN5EDRPCoordinators@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Duties: Provide direct clinical care for patients with neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Friedreich ataxia, Huntington's disease, Lewy body disease, Parkinson's disease, and Spinal muscular atrophy. Evaluate, diagnose, and manage general neurology patients across a broad spectrum of conditions. Perform detailed neurological assessments, order and interpret diagnostic testing, and develop evidence-based treatment plans. Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, palliative care, mental health, and social work. Ensure continuity of care, timely follow-up, and effective communication with patients, caregivers, and referring providers. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical reviews, and process enhancements to improve access and health outcomes. Contribute to education and support for trainees, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as needed. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.