Job Summary
Job Description
The Southeast Louisiana VA Health Care System in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a full-time, BC/BE, Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician to serve as a member of its Primary Care Team in Baton Rouge, LA. Situated along the bank of the Mississippi River in Southern Louisiana, New Orleans, also widely known as ‘NOLA’, was dubbed as “The Big Easy”, for its unparalleled nightlife, diverse music scene and unyielding City spirit. Over time, New Orleans’ tourism industry continues to thrive as the city that receives unwavering support from its residents and visitors alike. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and exceptional health of our Veterans. The Southeast Louisiana VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans.
Job Responsibilities
• Position is located at our Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Baton Rouge, LA
• Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm.
• Provide care to approximately 12-20 outpatients daily in an outpatient setting
• Responsible for all facets of acute patient care
• Consult with specialists and subspecialists
• Actively participate in performance improvement activities, formal or informal to improve quality and safety of care
• Order appropriate diagnostic testing
• Virtual or non-face to face clinical interactions with patients including telephone calls, secure messages, and 'VA Video Connect' visits
Qualifications
• Experience in FM/IM
• Must be computer-literate with computer skill
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found
• Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State
Working Hours