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Physician – Neurologist

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a part-time permanent job as a Neurologist (physician) with the Veterans Health Administration at the Hershel "Woody" Williams VA Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. The announcement is open continuously and offers student loan repayment through the Education Debt Reduction Program.

1 vacancy

It may close early. The announcement may close before September 30, 2027 if the position is filled through other means. The first cut-off date for referral of eligible applications is January 30, 2027, and later applications are reviewed at regular intervals until the job is filled.

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.

The job is open to the public, but only U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. are listed as eligible. Non-citizens may be appointed only when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. Former Education Debt Reduction Program participants cannot apply for the student loan incentive.

What you would do

  • Assess, diagnose and treat a variety of neurological conditions
  • Perform or assist with related neurology procedures
  • Work as part of the Neurology medical team in Huntington
  • Visit community clinics (CBOCs) for meetings or training when needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With experience: Applicants must have completed approved residency training in an accredited core specialty program that leads to board certification eligibility. Other paths include one year of approved post-medical school training followed by two years of independent practice, or non-US residency followed by at least three years of verified independent practice in the U.S. Board certification is preferred.

With education: You must have a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year you finished.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia

How to apply well

What to send:

  • C.V. and/or resume (the 2-page resume rule does not apply to this position)
  • DD-214 showing dates and character of service if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 with proof if you claim 10-point veterans' preference

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the listed qualifications. Your application, resume, or C.V. will be verified, and errors or omissions may affect your consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Check that your residency or independent practice meets one of the three approved paths listed in the basic requirements
  • Submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment if you plan to use the student loan repayment
  • Former EDRP participants are not eligible, so confirm this before applying for the loan repayment incentive

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Part-time, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday.

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment or relocation incentive (sign-on bonus) is approved. Student loan repayment through the Education Debt Reduction Program is available, with awards up to $200,000 decided after review. Applicants must submit the EDRP application within four months of appointment. Other benefits include paid time off, a federal retirement plan with a 401K contribution of up to 5% by VA, federal health and life insurance, continuing medical education reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year when full-time and board certified, and free malpractice coverage.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship in most cases
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Background or security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable identification (REAL ID compliant if a driver's license)
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required (or approved exemption)
  • Possible probationary period
  • Physical requirements: mostly sitting, with minimal lifting, walking, and pushing

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
$250,000 – $335,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
Huntington, West Virginia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CBTF-13098711-27-BB-Foxtrot

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