Physician - Hospitalist

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Summary

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Summary

The Marion VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time Hospitalist to join Specialty Service. If you would like to explore this opportunity further, please email PhysicianProvider Recruiter PPR Joanne.Miller2va.gov for additional information.

Overview

Help Open & closing dates 02052026 to 07312026 Salary200000 to - 300000 per year Education and length of practice are considered through a formal pay-setting process to determine the final compensable salary Base Pay Market Pay Pay scale & gradeVM 15 Location1 vacancy in the following location Marion VA Medical Center Marion IL Remote job NoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNone Job family Series 0602 Medical Officer Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processCredentialingSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberCBSS-12879637-26-KLControl number856581000

Duties

The Hospitalist provides comprehensive high-quality inpatient medical care to hospitalized Veterans within an interdisciplinary team structure. The Hospitalist serves as the primary attending physician for general medicine ward patients, coordinates continuity of care across transitions, supervises clinical trainees, and contributes to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

• Admit and evaluate patients on medical service and intensive care units for diagnosis, treatment planning, and disposition decisions
• Provide primary attending physician coverage for hospitalized Veterans, varying shifts, 12-hour, and overnight MOD assignments
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, medication optimization, and complex medical-surgical co-management patients
• Coordinate care transitions with consultants, specialists, primary care physicians, and post-acute care facilities
• Implement evidence-based protocols and clinical pathways to optimize patient outcomes and length of stay
• Maintain comprehensive, timely documentation in the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA) and compliance with all clinical documentation standards
• Respond to rapid response calls and code blue resuscitations as clinically indicated
• Serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) to oversee general medicine service operations, triage transfer requests, manage patient flow, and ensure balanced workload distribution
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and care coordination meetings
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical pathway development, and performance improvement projects
• Monitor and address patient safety events and provide feedback on process improvements
• Participate in service scheduling, call coverage, and operational planning
• Serve on clinical committees and quality improvement initiatives as assigned
• Contribute to credentialing, privileging, and peer review processes
• Maintain current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Participate in continuing medical education and professional development
• Engage in faculty development activities and academic responsibilities as appropriate to facility structure and mission
• Work collaboratively with nursing, pharmacy, social work, case management, and specialty services
• Coordinate with Veterans integrated care teams for discharge planning and post-acute disposition
• Communicate effectively with primary care physicians regarding ongoing patient management and follow-up
• Participate in huddles and team meetings to align care planning and ensure safe transitions of care

Requirements

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

• United States Citizenship
• Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Proficiency in spoken and written English

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Required documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a C.V. and/or resume. Other documents may be requested later in the process if needed.

How to apply

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

To apply for this position online, complete steps 1 and 2 above by 11:59 PM ET on 07/31/26 to receive consideration. Please note that this announcement may close prior to the closing date indicated if the position is filled through other means. If you are unable to apply online before the closing date, click here and include the CBSS-12879637-26-KL in the Notes field.

During the application process, you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

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