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Physician Assistant (Plastic Surgery)

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent Physician Assistant job in Lexington, Kentucky, at a VA Health Care System in the Plastic Surgery Section. The job is part of the Veterans Health Administration and is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, a student loan repayment program. The job includes clinic work, minor procedures, and hospital inpatient support.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

This job is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, and people who owe allegiance to the U.S. Non-citizens may be appointed if qualified citizens cannot be recruited. Former EDRP participants cannot apply for the loan repayment incentive.

What you would do

  • Evaluates Plastic Surgery patients, including history, exams, tests, and treatment plans.
  • Performs pre-operative and post-operative assessments and reports findings to surgeons.
  • Performs minor procedures such as wound care, suture removal, dressing changes, and biopsies.
  • Runs independent clinics for follow-up and post-operative visits.
  • Completes clinical notes and procedure documentation within VA deadlines.

Do you qualify for VN?

With experience: Entry level (PA-I) needs no experience beyond the basic requirements. PA-II needs two years of successful practice as a PA, a PA residency, or a health-related doctoral degree; PA-III needs three years as a PA, or a residency or doctorate plus one year of PA practice. The job can be filled at grades 1 to 3, and prior surgical or procedural experience is preferred.

With education: A master's degree in any discipline, or a bachelor's degree in any discipline plus one year of experience as a PA. Degrees must come from schools accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education requires a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency sent with your transcript.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE), or currently in the process of taking it
  • Full and unrestricted license to practice as a PA in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or D.C. (current or to be obtained)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Long-form resume or CV (the 2-page resume limit does not apply)
  • Cover letter (listed as accepted; may be required)
  • Transcript if you use education to qualify
  • Copy of your PA license
  • Proof of PANCE certification or exam status
  • DD-214 if claiming veterans' preference
  • SF-15 for 10-point veterans' preference, with proof
  • SF-50 if you are a current or former federal employee

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications listed. Your application, resume, and documents will be verified, and errors or missing information may lower your rating or make you ineligible.

Tips for this job:

  • Submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment if you want loan repayment help.
  • Show your PANCE status and PA license clearly in your resume and documents.
  • If you use education to qualify, send transcripts from accredited schools and a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency for foreign degrees.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, as assigned by the Plastic Surgery Section. Duties may include clinics, admin time, procedure blocks, inpatient rounding, and occasional extended hours.

Incentives and relocation: Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan repayment program with awards up to $200,000 over one to five years, decided after review. You must submit the EDRP application within four months of appointment. Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized.

Conditions of employment:

  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Pre-employment physical evaluation
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required
  • Possible probationary period
  • Online onboarding; REAL ID-compliant ID needed for driver's license
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weight
  • Applicants pending license or certification may be selected but cannot be hired until requirements are met

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$105,692 – $200,351 per year
Pay scale and grade
VN · VA nursing
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Physician Assistant (0603)
Announcement
CBTG-13093729-27-AD

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