Physician Assistant- Specialty Clinic; Hematology

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) practices in the Hematology Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs Mission. The PA provides advanced clinical practice, consultation, and management. The PA works collaboratively with the medical staff to complete virtual/chart review consults. The PA provides assessment, diagnosis, education and medication management for patients.

The PA works collaboratively with the Medical staff to complete virtual/chart review consults. The PA provides assessment, diagnosis, education and medication management for patients. Other duties may also be assigned to assist the facility as determined by the Specialty Section Chief and/or Administrative Supervisor. This position may include inpatient and outpatient care. The PA works collaboratively across surgery, medicine, nursing, and other professional service lines.

The PA practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification. Core functions are outlined in the scope of practice that correspond with this position. The PA has prescriptive authority for a panel of patients or program as indicated by their position. Major duties and responsibilities Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice.

Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management. Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies. Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services. Provides education to patients and their families. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Pay:
Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards. Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). 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.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday,  Relocation/Recruitment

Incentives:

Not Authorized.

All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL  cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

Must pass pre-employment physical 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.

The VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Pay:
Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards. Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). 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).

Apply Online:  The Final date to receive applications is 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/29/2026.