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Physician (Neurologist) – EDRP

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent neurologist (physician) job in Austin, Texas, with the Veterans Health Administration's Central Texas Health Care System. It is an open continuous announcement with one vacancy, and it is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which helps repay student loans.

1 vacancy

It may close early. The announcement may close before the listed closing date if the position is filled through other means.

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.
  • Agency employees onlyOnly current employees of the hiring agency.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

Open to the public and to current federal employees of the hiring agency. U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. may apply, and non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.

What you would do

  • Provide direct patient care for Veterans with neurological disorders in outpatient clinics.
  • Provide inpatient neurology consultations, including urgent and emergency assessments.
  • Perform EMG, nerve conduction studies, and Botox injections for approved uses.
  • Interpret EEG results and review brain imaging and lab tests.
  • Take part in shared on-call coverage by phone or in person.
  • Document all clinical encounters and diagnostic findings.

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With experience: You must have completed approved residency training in an accredited core specialty program, or a combination of approved training and independent practice as described in the announcement. No specific years of work experience or grade level is stated.

With education: You need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, or an equivalent, from a school approved by VA for the year you finished. Foreign medical graduates must meet ECFMG requirements.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or D.C.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • CV and/or resume (the 2-page resume requirement does not apply)
  • DD-214 and SF-15 if you claim veterans' preference
  • Other documents may be requested later in the process

How you will be rated: You will be evaluated on how well you meet the listed qualifications, and your application, resume, and CV will be verified. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration, and pre-employment reference checks are performed.

Tips for this job:

  • Submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment if you want loan repayment help.
  • Former EDRP participants are not eligible to apply for the incentive.
  • Confirm your residency is from an ACGME or AOA accredited program, and list it clearly in your CV or resume.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Includes shared on-call coverage. Occasional travel may be required.

Incentives and relocation: Education Debt Reduction Program: student loan payment reimbursement of up to $200,000 over one to five years, if approved. Possible $1,000 per year continuing medical education (CME) reimbursement for full-time, board-certified physicians.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship, with the non-citizen exception described above
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding and acceptable identification, such as a REAL ID-compliant license
  • Pre-employment physical evaluation
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required
  • Possible probationary period

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
$260,000 – $320,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
Austin, Texas
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CAZM-13105304-27-JV

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