Our West Los Angeles VAMC Staff Movement Disorder Neurologist is essential in delivering exceptional care to our Veteran population. You will be immersed in inpatient and outpatient settings, utilizing a combination of face-to-face encounters and telehealth modalities. Responsibilities will encompass the performance of advanced neurologic procedures, including Botulinum toxin administration and Deep Brain Stimulation programming, and integrating the findings of diagnostic studies into the development of differential diagnoses and treatment plans. As a teaching facility, you will lead and guide other physicians, healthcare professionals, medical students, residents, and fellows in the complexities of neurological disorders and their treatments. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our veterans while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Work Schedule: Mon-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (some flexibility considered)
Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Education: Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
- Full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
- Must have completed residency in an accredited core specialty
- Must be Board Certified or eligible in Neurology
- Movement Disorders Fellowship required
Benefits and Features: The VA offers all employees industry leading full benefits and features package to support high quality professional practice & favorable work-life-family balance. The VA package includes:
- Competitive Salary Range: $235,000-$300,000, Final Salary determination within this range.
- 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)
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
- Benefits Include: Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, Thrift Savings Plan (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits etc.
- Continuing education: Up to $1,000 or more annually
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program: VA employees are eligible.
- Service without strings: No employment contracts, noncompete clauses, restrictive covenants, or other significant restrictions on outside work.
- UCLA Facility Appointment: Opportunity for a faculty appointment within the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine (based on meeting all required eligibilities)
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. For more information send CV to lawana.palmer@va.gov. Click here to Schedule a Time to Speak With Me.