The Compensation and Pension (C&P) Physician serves as a vital member of the medical staff at CWBY Bay Pines VAMC and its community-based outpatient clinics. The C&P Physician is responsible for performing comprehensive medical histories and multi-system physical examinations for Veterans, separating or retiring Service Members as part of the C&P evaluation process for disability.

This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made. This position also assists in the direction and coordination of clinical and programmatic activities related to Employee/Occupational Health, Environmental Registry (including Burn Pit, Agent Orange, Persian Gulf, and Gulf War Exams), and Compensation and Pension services. All clinical care is provided within the physician's approved clinical privileges. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment / Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified applicants Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN8CCOE@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. The incumbent's primary responsibilities for Occupational Employee Health and Compensation and Pension (C&P) include, but are not limited to, the following: Primarily responsible for evaluations pertaining to C&P examinations requested by the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). Perform comprehensive medical evaluations of Veterans seeking disability benefits. Review Veterans' medical history, service treatment records, and claims-related documentation. Conduct structured physical examinations according to VA guidelines and protocols. Document objective findings, clinical impressions, and required diagnostic testing. Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) to assess the severity and impact of claimed conditions. Provide medical opinions regarding service connection, aggravation, and functional impairment. Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely documentation in the electronic health record. Maintain familiarity with VA regulations, rating criteria, and C&P policies. Communicate findings in clear, concise reports for use by VA adjudication staff. Attend ongoing training and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance and best practices. Collaborate with other VA staff as needed regarding complex cases or clarifications. Remain impartial and objective throughout the evaluation process. Documents in report format utilizing CPRS and/or CAPRI technology per standards acceptable to VBA and DMA. Maintains all mandatory training specific to operation as a C&P clinician. Occupational health and employee health experience and certification preferred. Primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine or equivalent clinical background / experience preferred.

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

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. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.