Amazing PM&R MSK Opportunity in Central Arkansas!

The Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physiatrist to join our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Department. At CAVHS, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our nation's heroes. Our PM&R Department plays a vital role in helping veterans achieve the best possible quality of life through comprehensive rehabilitation services.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
• Potential starting base salary range: $266,000 - $290,000
• Daily work schedule: (Full-Time) Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be available for highly skilled physicians.
• Education debt reduction of up to $200K.

Qualifications and Duties:

We are looking for someone with excellent general physiatrist evaluation and management skills as well as a great collaborator with the other 10 physiatrists in our practice group. The ideal candidate will be interested and experienced in general outpatient neurorehabilitation including peripheral joint injections, trigger point injections, electromyography, and botulinum toxin injection. The duties will also include directing coordinated referrals for Physical and Occupational therapy, Chiropractic care, and complementary and alternative treatment modalities. Additional specialized areas are available for candidates with expertise in inpatient rehabilitation, TBI clinics, and pain management. Specialty training, fellowship completion, or additional board certifications are desired.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Generous federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Access to the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities and reimbursement.
• Malpractice coverage with tail insurance provided.
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays.

Why Little Rock?

Little Rock, the capital of Arkansas, offers a blend of Southern charm and modern amenities. The city boasts a vibrant cultural scene, excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a cost of living that allows for an outstanding quality of life!

Don't miss the chance to join our team and serve those who have served us! #WorkAtVA

Please email a copy of your current CV to me to schedule a time to discuss this exciting opportunity!

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 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