Physician Assistant (Residency Program Director)
The EMPA Residency Program Director will spend about 60% of their time as an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant in the ED at the Orlando VA Medical Center. The patient volume averages over 30,000 visits a year. The remaining 40% of their time will be protected time for teaching, with 30% for the EMPA residency program and 10% for the Physician Assistant Student program. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develop curricula for an Emergency Medicine Residency Program and for Physician Assistant Students. To play a key leadership role in expanding and developing the current Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant residency program. Participate in building a new residency curriculum, engaging OVAHCS medical and surgical services in new experiences. Develop rotations and curriculum with other surrounding hospitals so residents and students will have experiences with all ages and learning the full spectrum of medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric illness. Facilitate and develop teaching modules for residents to obtain their Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Emergency Medicine. Contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Work Schedule:
The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on patient care needs, a typical tour of duty is Monday - Friday, 08:
00 AM - 04:
30 PM) Financial Discloser Report:
Not Required Basic Requirements/Qualifications (all applicants must meet the following):
Citizenship:
Be a Citizen of the United States. Education:
Graduate of a training program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations. Additionally, candidates must meet one (1) of the following:
Master's degree in any discipline; OR Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one (1) year of experience as a PA. Certification:
Must have successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE). NOTE:
Current and continuous certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is no longer required for employment in VHA. Licensure:
PAs must possess an active, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure in that State. English Language Proficiency:
Physician Assistants appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d). Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements above, the following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade. Physician Assistant-IV (PA-IV) - PA (Facility Education Lead or Residency Program Director):
PA Facility Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors are responsible for the management, structure, and administration of the PA clinical trainee program. They ensure programs comply with VA Office of Academic Affiliations standards and accrediting bodies of sponsoring affiliated institutions while activities are being held at VA facilities. PA Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors develop, implement, and enhance PA clinical education training programs.
Experience:
PA Facility Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors require five (5) years of experience, which include educational assignments, such as proctoring PAs or medical students, setting up continuing medical education for local VHA PAs or participating in community health events; serving as a PA director or assistant in a VHA residency program or stipend program; or serving as a member or staff of an academic PA program. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-IV:
Ability to develop and update VA PA clinical rotation guidelines within each clinical specialty to ensure students and preceptors understand the responsibilities prior to and upon completion of each clinical rotation. Skills to maintain student evaluations and oversee changes that facilitate continuous enhancements and improvements of PA trainee clinical experiences. Ability to give quality systematic feedback to the practitioner within a broad range of medical and surgical experiences that meets ARC-PA and affiliated institutional standards. Ability to support trainees to allow open and ongoing feedback regarding collaborating practitioner, the training program, and VA site as a method of continuous improvement. Skill to properly record and maintain established affiliation agreements and subsequent supporting documents required for VA clinical training programs. Skill to maintain close relationships and open and ongoing communication with academic affiliates PA program directors and clinical coordinators participating in the PA trainee program. Preferred
Experience:
Hold a current certificate issued by the NCCPA. Current Physician Assistant License in Good Standing. Candidates with a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) will be strongly considered for the position but is not required. Emergency Medicine trained Physician Assistant graduate. Prior training and/or experience in medical education. References:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005/134, Part II, Appendix G-8 Physician Assistant Qualification Standard. Physical Requirements:
The incumbent of the position performs direct patient care and must meet the below physical requirements to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Lift 45 lbs. or over, Carry 45 lbs. or over, Straight pulling, Pushing, Reaching above shoulders, use of fingers and both hands, Walking, Standing, Kneeling, Repeated bending, Near vision (correctable), Far vision (correctable), Ability to distinguish basic colors, Ability to distinguish shades of colors, Hearing, and Emotional stability.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Develop curricula for an Emergency Medicine Residency Program and for Physician Assistant Students. To play a key leadership role in expanding and developing the current Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant residency program. Participate in building a new residency curriculum, engaging OVAHCS medical and surgical services in new experiences. Develop rotations and curriculum with other surrounding hospitals so residents and students will have experiences with all ages and learning the full spectrum of medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric illness. Facilitate and develop teaching modules for residents to obtain their Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Emergency Medicine. Contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Work Schedule:
The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on patient care needs, a typical tour of duty is Monday - Friday, 08:
00 AM - 04:
30 PM) Financial Discloser Report:
Not Required Basic Requirements/Qualifications (all applicants must meet the following):
Citizenship:
Be a Citizen of the United States. Education:
Graduate of a training program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations. Additionally, candidates must meet one (1) of the following:
Master's degree in any discipline; OR Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one (1) year of experience as a PA. Certification:
Must have successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE). NOTE:
Current and continuous certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is no longer required for employment in VHA. Licensure:
PAs must possess an active, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure in that State. English Language Proficiency:
Physician Assistants appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d). Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements above, the following criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade. Physician Assistant-IV (PA-IV) - PA (Facility Education Lead or Residency Program Director):
PA Facility Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors are responsible for the management, structure, and administration of the PA clinical trainee program. They ensure programs comply with VA Office of Academic Affiliations standards and accrediting bodies of sponsoring affiliated institutions while activities are being held at VA facilities. PA Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors develop, implement, and enhance PA clinical education training programs.
Experience:
PA Facility Education Leads and PA Residency Program Directors require five (5) years of experience, which include educational assignments, such as proctoring PAs or medical students, setting up continuing medical education for local VHA PAs or participating in community health events; serving as a PA director or assistant in a VHA residency program or stipend program; or serving as a member or staff of an academic PA program. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-IV:
Ability to develop and update VA PA clinical rotation guidelines within each clinical specialty to ensure students and preceptors understand the responsibilities prior to and upon completion of each clinical rotation. Skills to maintain student evaluations and oversee changes that facilitate continuous enhancements and improvements of PA trainee clinical experiences. Ability to give quality systematic feedback to the practitioner within a broad range of medical and surgical experiences that meets ARC-PA and affiliated institutional standards. Ability to support trainees to allow open and ongoing feedback regarding collaborating practitioner, the training program, and VA site as a method of continuous improvement. Skill to properly record and maintain established affiliation agreements and subsequent supporting documents required for VA clinical training programs. Skill to maintain close relationships and open and ongoing communication with academic affiliates PA program directors and clinical coordinators participating in the PA trainee program. Preferred
Experience:
Hold a current certificate issued by the NCCPA. Current Physician Assistant License in Good Standing. Candidates with a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) will be strongly considered for the position but is not required. Emergency Medicine trained Physician Assistant graduate. Prior training and/or experience in medical education. References:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005/134, Part II, Appendix G-8 Physician Assistant Qualification Standard. Physical Requirements:
The incumbent of the position performs direct patient care and must meet the below physical requirements to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Lift 45 lbs. or over, Carry 45 lbs. or over, Straight pulling, Pushing, Reaching above shoulders, use of fingers and both hands, Walking, Standing, Kneeling, Repeated bending, Near vision (correctable), Far vision (correctable), Ability to distinguish basic colors, Ability to distinguish shades of colors, Hearing, and Emotional stability.
- Department:
0603 Physician Assistant - Salary Range:
$111,628 to $148,456 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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