Empower Veteran Health: Primary Care Role at Martinez VA!

Empower Veteran Health: Primary Care Role at Martinez VA!

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Primary Care Physician at the VA Northern California Health Care System, Martinez Clinic!

Are you driven by a passion for primary care and a commitment to serving our nation's heroes? The VA Northern California Health Care System invites you to be part of our exceptional team in delivering high-quality primary care to veterans. Located in Martinez, CA, you'll find a rewarding career and a vibrant community to call home.

Primary Care Physician Role Overview:

The Primary Care Physician provides comprehensive primary care services to a panel of veterans, ensuring continuity of care within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Reporting to the Chief of Primary Care, the provider is a key clinical leader within the medical center.

The provider will be responsible for the assessment and care of new and returning patients with any number of medical problems (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, ischemic heart disease, COPD, depression, chronic pain). The care may be delivered via face-to-face, telehealth, or video visits though this position may require occasional travel to VISN medical centers or Community-Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs). Responsible for ordering diagnostics, consultations, medications, and other therapies as medically indicated, meeting preventative health maintenance needs, and completing all required VA computer documentation including clinical reminders and screenings in a timely manner. Telehealth and/or video visits may only be conducted from sites of care within the VA Northern California Health Care System or VA-approved alternate work sites. The provider may also support the Call Center as well.

Responsibilities Include:

Veteran-Centered Care:

• Deliver comprehensive primary care services with an emphasis on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and chronic disease management.
• Promote shared decision-making with veterans and their families to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Model:

• Implement and practice according to the PACT model, which focuses on collaboration and coordination among the multidisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects to enhance the delivery of care.
• Utilize various quality measurement tools to monitor and improve clinical performance and patient outcomes.

Clinical Leadership:

• Serve as a mentor and role model for other healthcare providers within the primary care team.
• Engage in educational activities, providing guidance and support to residents, students, and other trainees.

Healthcare Coordination:

• Coordinate care for veterans involving specialty care, mental health services, and other ancillary services to ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for veterans.

Use of Technology:

• Utilize the VA's electronic medical record system for documentation, ordering of tests, and communication with patients and healthcare team members.
• Embrace telehealth as an integral part of delivering primary care services.

Why You Should Join Us:

1. Impactful Work: Provide comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to the veteran population, ensuring their health and well-being. Your expertise and dedication will directly impact the lives of veterans, making a meaningful difference every day.
2. State-of-the-Art Facility: Work in a modern, well-equipped facility that supports advanced primary care diagnostics and treatments. Our commitment to excellence means you'll have access to the latest medical technologies and resources, empowering you to deliver top-notch care.
3. Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team of esteemed professionals who value collaboration and continuous improvement. Share knowledge, innovate together, and benefit from a multidisciplinary approach that includes experts from various fields working in unison to provide comprehensive care.
4. Competitive Compensation and Unmatched Benefits:
• Enjoy a competitive salary range of $230,000 to $324,000 annually, designed for your well-being and peace of mind.
• Performance Bonus: Additional performance-based incentives.
• Recruitment Incentive: Attractive recruitment incentive to help ease your transition into the role.
• Annual Cost of Living Increase: Adjustments to keep your salary competitive with inflation.
• Biennial Salary Review: Regular evaluations every two years to ensure equitable compensation aligned with your performance and industry standards.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits. Multiple plan options, with coverage beginning on the first day of employment.
• Retirement Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) featuring a pension plan, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching up to 5%, and Social Security benefits. This provides a secure retirement foundation.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over five years.
• Paid Time Off: Physicians earn 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays per year, and up to 5 days for authorized absence to attend CME training.
• Life Insurance: Coverage through the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).
• Malpractice Liability Protection: Includes free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): Reimbursement available for CME expenses, supporting your professional growth.
• No Call, Weekends, or Federal Holidays: Enjoy your time off working with our primary care clinics.
5. Work-Life Balance and Supportive Workplace: The VA Northern California Health Care System is committed to creating a supportive work environment that allows physicians to focus on providing excellent care without sacrificing personal well-being. We offer flexible scheduling, comprehensive support services, and a collaborative culture that promotes work-life balance, making it a great place to work.
6. A Commitment to Innovation and Excellence: The VA is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovative practices. Be part of an organization that values research, implements the latest medical advancements, and strives for excellence in all aspects of patient care.
7. Make a Lasting Difference: Your role as a Primary Care Physician at the VA isn't just a job—it's a mission. You'll have the opportunity to give back to those who have given so much for our country, providing care that honors their service and promotes their well-being.

Discover Martinez, CA:

Martinez is known for its rich history and beautiful waterfront. The area boasts:

• Convenient Location: Easy access to San Francisco and Sacramento.
• Educational Institutions: Nearby to excellent schools and colleges.
• Healthcare Excellence: Access to top-tier medical facilities.
• Outdoor Delights: Beautiful parks and recreational opportunities.
• Cultural Richness: Museums, theaters, music, and diverse dining options.
• Family-Friendly Environment: Community-centered services and events, making it a great place for families.

Ready to Make a Difference?

For additional information or to connect with our Human Resources team, please contact: Gregory.Salmon@va.gov

Join us in making a difference. Honor the service, empower veteran health, and live life to the fullest in Martinez, CA!

The Department of Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) is an integrated health care delivery system, offering a comprehensive array of medical, surgical, rehabilitative, mental health and extended care to veterans in Northern California. The health system is comprised of a medical center in Sacramento; a rehabilitation and extended care facility in Martinez; outpatient clinics in Martinez, Fairfield, Vallejo, Stockton, Modesto, Sonora, Sacramento (Mather and McClellan Park), Auburn, Yuba City, Redding, Chico, and Yreka; and dental clinics in Vallejo, Sacramento and Redding.

The Martinez VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) offers a full range of medical, surgical, mental health, and diagnostic outpatient services, including nuclear medicine, ultra-sound, CT and MRI. The clinic also operates a freestanding ambulatory surgery center. Additional services available at this facility include an infusion clinic, substance abuse treatment, pain management, rehabilitation medicine, phototherapy, audiology and speech pathology, women's health, Home Based Primary Care, EMG, EEG, movement disorder and a vascular laboratory. Also situated on this campus is a Community Living Center (CLC), a 120-bed extended care facility, offering subacute, rehabilitation, restorative, palliative, respite and transitional care. In addition, the CLC operates a neurocognitive unit, subacute unit, and a 23-hour bed program in support of post-procedural ambulatory care services.

Martinez is a small, cozy, historic town nestled between the Mount Diablo foothills and the Carquinez Straights. This Northern California location has a lot to offer to those seeking good weather and an abundance of outdoor activities whether you prefer the beaches of San Francisco or the mountains and snow of Lake Tahoe, and it is minutes away from Napa wine country.

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service