Physician (Pain Management)

The New Mexico Health Care System (NMVAHCS) is seeking a full time Physician (Pain Management) to join the pain section of Anesthesiology Service. This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until January 08, 2027. Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, is vibrant city renowned for its unique blend of cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and thriving economic opportunities. Nestled in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, the city boasts over 300 days of sunshine annually, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing against the backdrop of majestic Sandia Mountains. The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) in Albuquerque is a leading facility dedicated to providing exceptional care to Veterans through innovative treatments, compassionate service, and advanced technology. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized. 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 This role involves interviewing and examining patients scheduled in the Anesthesia Interventional Pain Clinic. Although telemedicine is used as appropriate, physical examination is necessary for patient care and requires in person face to face interactions. Major duties of this position include but are not limited to: Interview and examine patients scheduled in the Anesthesia lnterventional Pain Clinic. Perform interventional pain procedures/injections for relief of pain syndromes after appropriate diagnostic studies performed. Injections are done using fluoroscopic and ultrasound techniques. Review consults submitted to the service, provide patient care with in person, telemedicine and telephone visits. Provide emergency care, including CPR/ ACLS as needed for cardiac emergencies. Chart and document patient care and/or procedures performed in medical records, on worksheets, and/or logs, as appropriate. Engage with patients, family/significant others, support staff, providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to implement changes to improve direct patient care and to provide a safe work environment for staff. Demonstrates an understanding of the need for and provides appropriate safety measures, when indicated. Manage time and workload efficiently and seeks feedback on output generated to improve quality of services. Collaborate with other physicians and other departments to provide patient care. Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive data and information, and compliance with ADP Security, VISTA, and PC policies. Sustain both patient and employee safety in an environment with everyday risks and/or discomforts. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 6:30AM- 3:00PM

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. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. 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.