VA Physician Otology Specialist Otolaryngologist Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist (Oklahoma City, OK

Job Description

Job DescriptionCompany Description

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description

This position is contingent on contract award.

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. and provide services outlined below:

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is looking for an individual who is an experienced Otolaryngologist, or ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist, is to diagnose and treat disorders related to the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. This physician provides comprehensive care for conditions such as allergies, sinusitis, hearing loss, and throat disorders, and performs surgical procedures when necessary to restore or improve function and health.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing Otolaryngology care and clinical services.
• Be present on time for any scheduled clinics and surgeries as documented by physical presence in the clinic or operating room at the scheduled start time.
• Provide comprehensive clinical otolaryngology services including the full range of ENT procedures: Typical surgical procedures include but are not limited to thyroidectomy, parotidectomy, sinus surgery, head and neck cancer removal, and pan endoscopy.
• Conduct rounds on postoperative ENT patients in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) and wards.
• Discuss cases in morbidity and mortality conferences and provide appropriate information to the COR for inclusion in departmental reports.
• Provide consultative services at the patient’s bedside if the patient is not ambulatory and, in the clinic, if the patient is able to report to the outpatient clinic.
• Schedule procedures for completion within 30 days of the date of the consult.
• Provide notification of test results for patients receiving care in accordance with VHA Directive 1088, Communicating Test Results to Providers and Patients.
• Follow all established medication policies and procedures. No sample medications shall be provided to patients.
• Provide discharge education and follow up instructions that are coordinated with the next care setting for all otolaryngology clinical or surgical patients.
• Responsible for patient care documentation, including pre-operative notes, surgery, and emergency surgery.
• Dictate operative report immediately after the procedure. Describe the procedure, operative findings, and condition of the patient including the name of the staff physician responsible for the procedure and the post-procedure care. It shall be written or countersigned by the staff physician.
• Review with the patient results, progress and the prognosis prior to discharge.
• Provide surgical services including pre-operative and post-operative evaluation and follow-up in addition to the operative session.
• All operative sessions performed or supervised by an attending; documentation requirements include:
  • Timely, complete and attested brief operative note in CPRS (VA's electronic patient record system).
  • Timely, complete and dictated operative report authored or co-signed by the attending.
  • Progress notes or addenda authored by the attending for any change in condition.
  • Timely, complete discharge summary signed by the attending.
• Provide procedures conducted in an ambulatory setting with the same documentation with the exception of the discharge summary.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and meetings with committee participation as required by the facility Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, or designee.
• Attend staff meetings as required by the facility Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, or designee.
• Communicate with COR on this requirement and report any conflicts that may interfere with compliance with this requirement.
• Complete the appropriate QM/PI documentation pertaining to all procedures, complications and outcome of examinations.
• Follow all established patient safety and infection control standards of care.
• Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.
• General Otolaryngologist, specialized in Otology (Ears), to include:
  • Ear
  • Hearing
  • Balance
  • Tympanomastoid
  • Tympanotomy
  • Simple mastoidectomy
  • Radical mastoidectomy
  • Cochlea implant
  • Stapedectomy
  • Bone anchored hearing aid
  • Ear excision

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalency.

Education Required:

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
• Board Certified /Board Eligible by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.