Primary Care with the VA in Brookings, OR

The Brookings VA Clinic is seeking to hire for Primary Care. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care to the Veteran population full time and works as a member of a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), a patient-centered interdisciplinary team comprised of a nurse care manager (RN), a clinical associate (Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant/Health Tech), and a Medical Support Assistant (MSA) responsible for the longitudinal management of the patient.

 Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. / Alternative schedules available

NO WEEKENDS – NO CALL

• Primary care services for veterans in the Alamosa/San Luis Valley area.
• Handicapped Accessible: full and easy access for all veterans.
• Personal Care: Highly qualified primary care providers, specialty care referrals to the Colorado Springs CBOC and Denver VA Medical Center.
• Laboratory: Blood drawing services available.

Prescriptions: Routine prescriptions processed through the mail or My HealtheVet

Often touted as Oregon’s Banana Belt, Brookings has weather patterns that deliver some of the warmer temperatures along the Oregon Coast; it’s not uncommon to encounter a 70-degree day in January or February.

Situated at the mouth of the Chetco River and the foot of the Klamath Mountains, Brookings is Oregon’s most southern coastal town. Its pleasant weather patterns with frequent, unseasonably mild temperatures have earned it the nickname of Oregon’s “Banana Belt.”

April is prime time to enjoy the outdoors and admire blooms at Brookings’ Azalea Park and its 30 acres of native azaleas. Azaleas were growing here when Lewis and Clark wintered on the Oregon Coast in 1805-06. Known as the Jewel of Brookings, it also features a large playground and the several miles of walking trails. The annual Azalea Festival, held each Memorial Day weekend, celebrates this local gem with four days of community-wide events, including an artisan market, parade, live music and more.

Of course, the beach is the big draw here. Harris Beach State Park is a sandy expanse that’s home to several off-shore sea stacks, including the largest island on the Oregon Coast, Bird Island, a breeding ground for the tufted puffin. Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor is a long, narrow park with 12 miles of rugged coastline. Here you’ll find pretty pocket beaches and the dramatic sea-stacks of Arch Rock and Whales Head. The beach at Thunder Rock Cove is one of best sheltered beaches on the coast, and Indian Sands Trail offers views of the coastline and rocky islands. Inland hiking and Chetco River access are available at Alfred A. Loeb State Park; about a mile up the road is the one-mile loop Redwood Nature Trail, where a grove of the world’s northern-most redwoods grow. While relatively small in stature, they still inspire wonder.

Art lovers will enjoy the local galleries and the monthly Second Saturday Art Walk. For a look at Oregon pioneer life, the Chetco Valley Historical Society Museum, housed in the 1857 Blake House, exhibits artifacts from the era. The largest Monterey Cypress in the U.S. towers 130 feet high on the museum grounds. Watch surfers hang 10 at Sporthaven Beach, or hit the links at Salmon Run Golf Course. This 18-hole public course is among the most challenging on the Coast. Those who are up to the challenge are rewarded with beautiful greens, scenic vistas and glimpses of local wildlife.

Fuel up at Oceanside Diner, a breakfast favorite among locals. Try freshly made biscuits and gravy and legendary oyster omelets. After a day in the sand, head to the Vista Pub for big burgers, salads and sandwiches. Craft beer lovers can check out Tight Lines Brewery and Wild River Brewing.

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 paid Federal holidays per year
• 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 2020, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $19,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $25,500.
• 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