The Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) serves as a Podiatrist for the Roseburg VA Health Care System in the Surgical Services department. The incumbent has a high degree of motivation, skill, and dedication to effectively deliver Podiatry care.

Duties

Eugene is the 2nd most populous city in Oregon after Portland. Located in Lane County, Eugene is also referred to as the 'Emerald City' and is at the southern end of Willamette Valley, near the confluence of the McKenzie and Willamette rivers. Home to the University of Oregon, Bushnell University, and Lane Community College, Eugene is known for its college culture, focus on the arts, recreational activities, and green activism. The official slogan of Eugene is "A Great City for the Arts and Outdoors." The DPM is responsible for diagnosing and treatment of foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. Setting Fractures, prescribing physical therapy or drugs, or performing surgery on feet, ankles, or legs; Treatment of Achilles tendinitis, ganglia of the feet, diabetic neuropathy, foot ulcers, gout, rheumatoid arthritis; stress fractures, or bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The duties and responsibilities of the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) include but are not limited to the following: Provides comprehensive assessment and diagnostic services for Veterans with broad range of pain related injuries requiring advanced diagnostic and intervention skills. Demonstrates expertise in using and contemporary interview and assessment methods for acute or chronic disorders and/ or behavioral conditions. Provides education to patients and family members regarding mental disorders and best practices approaches to treatment. Provides comprehensive assessment of Veterans at imminent risk for any conditions. Develops, implements, and documents the treatment plan for an assigned caseload of patients, as indicated and appropriate for the specific job setting and duties of the physician. Assists the Team Leaders and/ or Program Director in design, development, and implementation of clinical assessment and/or intervention programs. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Telework: Available (Ad-hoc) Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): May be Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Podiatrist Basic Requirements: Citizenship of the United States of America: Noncitizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3 of VA Policy. Education: Degree as a doctor of podiatric medicine, or its equivalent, from a school of podiatric medicine approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Approved schools are United States schools of podiatric medicine approved by the Council on Podiatry Education of the American Podiatry Association in the year in which the degree was granted. ~AND~ Residency Training: Completed, or currently completing, residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. VA Podiatrists involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education, the Council on Podiatric Medical Education, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, or (2) Other residencies and training experiences, or their equivalents, which the local Professional Standards Board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training. ~AND~ Licensure: Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice Podiatry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia. Experience: In addition to meeting the above education and licensure requirements, applicants must have one or more full years of experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, in the practice of podiatry in an office, clinic, or hospital. Qualifying experience may include: Diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. Setting fractures, prescribing physical therapy or drugs, or performing surgery on feet, ankles, or legs; Treatment of Achilles tendinitis, ganglia of the feet, diabetic neuropathy, foot ulcers, gout, rheumatoid arthritis; stress fractures, or bacterial, viral, and fungal infections; and/ or Other experience necessary to perform the duties of the position. Preferred Experience: Two plus years of practicing in the field of Podiatry. References: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-4 Podiatrist Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs); Light carrying (under 15 lbs); Straight pulling (.5 hr); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (4 hrs); Standing (5 hrs); Repeated bending (1 hr); Both legs required; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades or colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted); Emotional/mental stability under stress; Typing/computer work (6 hrs+); Basic life support skills (Chest compressions). Environmental Factors: Working closely with others; Working alone.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Roseburg VA Medical Center 913 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard Roseburg, OR 97471 US
• Name: Rebekah Cheary
• Phone: 9185774666
• Email: [email protected]