Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Overview
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Surgeon to provide onsite surgical and clinical services at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. This role supports Veterans through high-quality surgical care in a federal medical facility under a VA contract.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical (≈80%)
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Provide comprehensive General Surgery services in clinic and operating room settings
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Perform scheduled surgical procedures during standard OR hours
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Conduct patient evaluations, consultations, procedures, and follow-ups
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Document care in the VA electronic health record (EHR)
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Communicate test results and treatment plans in accordance with VA policies
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Provide discharge education and coordinate follow-up care
Administrative (≈20%)
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Participate in Quality Improvement, Morbidity & Mortality, and staff meetings
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Complete required QA/QI and patient safety documentation
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Comply with VA clinical performance monitoring and reporting requirements
Required Qualifications
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MD or DO from an accredited medical school
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Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery (American Board of Surgery)
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Active, unrestricted U.S. medical license (any state)
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BLS and ACLS certification (current)
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Eligible for VA credentialing and privileging
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Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)
Additional Requirements
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Ability to obtain and maintain VA credentials and privileges
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Completion of VA mandatory training (patient safety, privacy, EHR, etc.)
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Compliance with immunization, TB testing, and infection control standards
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Active DEA registration and NPI number
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Must not be excluded from federal healthcare programs
Practice Environment
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Federal Veterans Affairs Medical Center
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Collaborative, multidisciplinary care team
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No call coverage required unless otherwise specified
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Federal holidays observed
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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