The Endocrinology PA will assess, plan, implement, collaborate and evaluate the needs and care of patients with acute and chronic endocrine diseases. In addition to providing direct patient care, s/he will also provide patient and family teaching, staff education, and consult and collaborate with other health care providers; participate in nursing and medical research; adjunctive modalities; and refer patients as needed. 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. Basic Requirements: Citizenship: Citizen of the United States [in accordance with section 7402(c) to title 38, United States Code (U.S.C.). Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7407(a).] Education: Graduate of a training program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations. Additionally, candidates must meet one of the following: (2) Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a PA. (1) Master's degree in any discipline OR Certification: Must have successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE). NOTE: Current and continuous certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is no longer required for employment in VHA. Licensure: PAs must possess an active, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure in that State. English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met in determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates. Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) a) Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited to: i. Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care. ii. Ability to perform patient history and physical. iii. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient. iv. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession. Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) a) Experience and Education. The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by: i. Two years of successful practice as a PA.OR ii. Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency. OR iii. A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-II: i. Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems. ii. Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical decisions. iii. Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful practice of patient care including telehealth medical care. iv. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care. v. Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively. Physician Assistant-III (PA-III) a) Experience and Education. PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by: i. Three years of successful practice as a PA.OR ii. Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and one year of professional practice as a PA.OR iii. A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and one year of professional practice as a PA. (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III: i. Ability to clinically evaluate facility patient care delivery systems and validate or identify barriers to safe and effective patient care. ii. Skill to consistently demonstrate an elevated level of expertise and autonomy in diagnosing and treating seriously ill, multi-symptomatic patients through facility Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE). ii. Ability to present clinical findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials. iv. Ability to clinically facilitate the delivery of patient care in collaboration with health professionals, health managers, and other health care personnel. v. Ability to implement and initiate clinical changes to established treatment protocols based upon new medical literature research findings to enhance patient delivery care for improved patient outcomes. vi. Ability to participate clinically in the development of the PA patient care audit processes involving in-depth review and analysis of medical records. Preferred Experience: 3+ years of experience related to the position. 2-5+ years of experience in Hospital setting Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/78 SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 PART II APPENDIX G8 II-G8. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service. Determined by the position. ["Coordinate and supervise the delivery of complex outpatient care for endocrinology patients including patient evaluation; order, schedule, and/or perform endocrinology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as Thyroid uptake and scans, I131 therapy for Graves' disease and thyroid cancer, continuous insulin infusion pump therapy, continuous glucose monitors; patient scheduling; and telephone triage for endocrinology issues. Provide case management in support of physicians, as needed. Perform newer models of care including E-consults and Telehealth visits. Help triage interfacility consults to endocrinology service; Integrate research findings and practice changes based on evidence-based guidelines, including Endocrine Society, ADA, AHA and the ACC practice statements and other scientific inquiry. Coordinate and participate in research activities as identified within the Endocrinology Section. Provide clinical consultation and education related to the management and care of the endocrine patient for staff, physicians, and other disciplines who may have contact with, or care responsibilities for, this patient population. Coordinate and participate in the implementation of clinical practice guidelines used within the Endocrinology section. Obtain and document relevant health risks and medical history. Perform new patient Endocrinology consultation and return Endocrinology visits and Telephone follow up visits and collaborate with Endocrinology staff. Establish a comprehensive plan of care based on clinical findings and current endocrinology care guidelines and standards of care. Establish mutual goals with patient/family. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm\nTelework: Not Available\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position\nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required"]