Family Medicine Physician Job at Veterans Health Administration in Spokane, WA

The Man-Grandstaff Veterans Health Care System Healthcare Clinic in Wenatchee, WA is seeking full-time board certified/board eligible Family Practice or Internal Medicine Physicians to join our Primary Care Health Team. The primary care provider will function as a highly skilled, independent care provider in the management of patients, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary care team with access to state-of-the-art medicine and some of the most advanced medical technologies available.

The Health Care Clinic operates under a PACT Model (Patient Aligned Care Team). Together with his or her team, comprised of a PCP, RN, LPN, and a Medical Support Assistant, the PCP cares for a panel of approximately 1200 patients. The PACT provides comprehensive care for our Veteran population, including the diagnoses, care, and treatment of both acute and chronic conditions. Common diagnoses encountered include diabetes, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, degenerative arthritis, depression, congestive heart failure, chronic pain & women’s health. Position is Monday thru Friday, no weekends, and no holidays.

Facility Information:

The Spokane VAMC, located in Spokane Washington, is part of VA Northwest (VISN20), comprised a main Medical Center and four community clinics, spread out in Washington, Northern Idaho & Montana. The VAMC operates 46 hospital beds and 38 rehabilitation-oriented nursing home beds. A mobile clinic, outfitted with two exam rooms, provides selected primary care services to veterans living in remote areas outside the metropolitan Spokane area.

Community Information:

Wenatchee, Washington, located in Chelan County, is home to approximately 35,000 people. The city offers its residents a mix of urban and rural living, making it an attractive location for those who enjoy the outdoors and city life. Located 150 miles east of Seattle, Wenatchee offers good access to outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and skiing in the nearby Cascade Mountains. The city is near Highway 2, which runs through the state, providing easy access to other towns and attractions. Wenatchee embodies the Pacific Northwest lifestyle with its beautiful scenery, including the Columbia River and surrounding hills. Wenatchee residents and visitors enjoy recreational activities such as kayaking, hiking, and exploring the nearby Pybus Public Market. The Best of Wenatchee includes a historic downtown, modern shopping centers, and residential neighborhoods with stunning views of the surrounding hills.

One of the main attractions in Wenatchee is the Pybus Public Market, a bustling hub of local vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal goods, and delicious cuisine. It is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike to gather and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The Ohme Gardens is another attraction in the area, a stunning botanical garden that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Wenatchee has several other parks, including Walla Walla Point Park and Riverfront Park. These parks offer amenities such as playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, and walking paths, providing plenty of opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors.

Benefits Information:

• The VA supports healthy work-life-family balance by offering a robust menu of employee benefits and features.
• The expected range of annual salary is $240,000 to $260,000 and includes biennial longevity pay increases.
• Physician staff may be considered for an annual performance pay bonus up to $15,000.00 or 7.5% (whichever is less)
• Annual Paid time off includes 26 days of vacation with pay, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays observed and CME.
• Health-Dental-Vision-Life Insurance with premiums partially offset or paid by the government with retirement portability.
• Retirement Plans includes Federal Employee Retirement System (DB) and Thrift Savings Plan (DC) with 5% matching.

About the VA:

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, offers Veterans the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the United States. We operate more than 1,400 clinical sites of care, including 153 medical centers, 909 ambulatory and community-based outpatient clinics, 135 nursing homes 232 Veterans centers, 47 readjustment counseling centers, and 108 comprehensive home care programs, across all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories.

For More Information:

Please forward a copy of your Curriculum Vitae and an Introduction summarizing your interests, experience, and goals, to Hank Laguatan, VA National Consultant Physician Recruiter.