Critical Care Physician - Veteran Health

We are seeking highly qualified Pulmonary and Critical Care Physicians to provide comprehensive medical services to veterans at the Columbia VA Health Care System, WJB Dorn VA Medical Center (6439 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209). Physicians will deliver a full range of inpatient and outpatient pulmonary and critical care services, meeting or exceeding the standards established by the American College of Chest Physicians and other nationally recognized guidelines.

This is a full-time, on-site position that requires participation in clinic, operating suite, intensive care units, and on-call rotations.

• Clinic Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (minimum two physicians on-site daily).
• Operating Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (physicians must report at least 20 minutes before shift start).
• On-Call Coverage:
• Weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays on rotation.
• Must be available by phone within 15 minutes and on-site within 30 minutes when called.
• Off-hours responsibilities include patient evaluation, documentation, and critical care support.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pulmonary and critical care services equivalent to those in modern civilian medical facilities.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic pulmonary disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Deliver care in critical care units, including ventilator management, bronchoscopy, and complex pulmonary procedures.
• Be present for all pulmonary procedures in the operating suite and provide postoperative follow-up in the SICU and wards.
• Conduct routine patient rounds, participate in morbidity and mortality case discussions, and ensure documentation is completed within VA guidelines.
• Provide timely consultations and follow VA rules for clinic wait times and consult completion.
• Participate in on-call rotations, remaining available for phone consultations and on-site patient evaluations when needed.
• Collaborate with residents, fellows, and other staff physicians in patient care and training.
• Maintain compliance with VA policies, procedures, and mandatory training requirements

QualificationsRequired:

• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary Disease through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (or equivalent).
• Valid DEA certification.
• Possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) and appropriate Taxonomy Code (as issued by CMS NPPES).
• Meet all VA credentialing and privileging requirements, including background checks and ongoing competency assessments.

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About Aptive Staffing

Phone: 828-226-7510Email: derrick.ellen@aptiveresources.com