Physician (Sleep Medicine)

The North Florida/South Georgia VA Health Care System's Specialty Care Service is seeking a Sleep Medicine Physician in Jacksonville, Florida, to provide compassionate, evidence-based care through outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and e-consults. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans.

This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made. 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. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov 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 A summary of the duties is mentioned below but not limited to: Provides comprehensive, evidence-based care to Veterans with sleep disorders in outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings. Performs patient assessments, histories, physical examinations, diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, and longitudinal management. Evaluates and treats sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, REM sleep behavior disorder, periodic limb movement disorder, and sleep-related ventilatory disorders. Initiates, evaluates, and manages positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy, including adjustments to pressure settings and other applicable modalities. Interprets sleep studies, sleep oximetry, and other diagnostic tests and incorporates findings into individualized treatment plans. Orders and follows up on diagnostic and therapeutic studies; initiates referrals and prescribes medications and supplies in accordance with VA policy, the VA formulary, and applicable regulations. Coordinates care with primary care providers, subspecialists, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, data managers, and other interdisciplinary team members. Uses telehealth when clinically appropriate and with patient agreement; reviews community care consults and ensures timely consult triage and disposition. Promotes high-quality, efficient care; participates in quality-improvement initiatives and committees; and collaborates with administrative and nursing staff to resolve operational concerns. Maintains timely clinical documentation and fulfills requirements for training, proficiencies, credentialing, privileging, FPPE, OPPE, on-call coverage, and other duties assigned by the Specialty Care Service Chief. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs).

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/examination. 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.