Location: Philadelphia, PA
Appointment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $123,077 – $300,000 per year (Base + Market Pay)
Pay Scale & Grade: VM-15
Open & Closing Dates: October 25, 2025 – October 23, 2026
Relocation Assistance: Available per agency policy
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST
Organization Overview
The Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to Veterans. The Neurology Service emphasizes patient-centered care, research, and education. The medical center fosters an environment of collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
Explore: Shape the Future of Veteran Neurology – Chief Role with $280K–$350K Pay
Role Summary
The Staff Neurologist is a key member of the Neurology Service, providing comprehensive care for Veterans with movement disorders and headache neurology conditions. The physician functions as an independent practitioner managing both inpatient and outpatient care, including telehealth consultations. The role integrates direct patient care, administrative responsibilities, teaching, and research collaborations.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Patient Management
- Conduct comprehensive neurological assessments, including medical history, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
- Deliver guideline-adherent evaluation and management of headache neurology conditions.
- Provide care in outpatient clinics (minimum half-day per week) and inpatient consultations proportional to the VA workload.
- Advise patients and families as needed.
Teaching & Mentorship
- Educate medical students, residents, fellows, PA students, and NPs.
- Develop and disseminate educational materials for staff and patients.
Operational Excellence & Research
- Standardize documentation and continuously evaluate care quality.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research involving Veteran data.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and patients.
Additional Responsibilities
- Adhere to organizational mission and goals with a cooperative attitude.
- Ensure productivity meets program standards.
Candidate Profile
Education & Licensing Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
- Full, unrestricted license to practice in any U.S. state or territory.
- Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certified in Headache Neurology or Adult Neurology (Psychiatry & Neurology).
- Completion of a Headache Neurology Fellowship is strongly preferred.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to Veterans’ care and continuous quality improvement.
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base pay with potential annual performance bonuses.
- 50–55 days of paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, Federal holidays, CME leave).
- Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions.
- Health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs.
- Malpractice coverage and tail insurance provided.
- Possible CME reimbursement ($1,000/year) for full-time board-certified physicians.
- Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200,000) for eligible candidates.
Employment Conditions
- U.S. Citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed under specific circumstances.
- Drug testing, background investigation, pre-employment physical exam, and influenza vaccination required.
- Must be proficient in English and meet all VA onboarding and identification requirements.
- Selective Service registration is required for eligible males.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a complete application, including a resume/CV and supporting documents, in accordance with the instructions provided in the announcement. Candidates may contact Danielle Mosgrove at Danielle.Mosgrove@va.gov for inquiries regarding EDRP or additional details.
Additional Notes
- This position may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- VA encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.
- Employment is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
- The VA maintains a Fair Chance policy prohibiting pre-hire criminal history inquiries.