Primary Care Physician - Intermittent Schedule

About the Physician Opportunity

The Primary Care Physician (Intermittent / Schedule Varies) performs specialized treatment of complex physical and / or mental illness in the inpatient, or outpatient clinical settings. Treatment will include comprehensive assessments and ongoing care of the physical and medical need of individuals being cared for in the respective service / unit.

The population of male and female Veterans serviced ranges from adult, age 18, to the elderly adult, age 65 and over. Age-related and cultural intervention appropriate to the cognitive, physical, and emotional needs will be always employed, tailored to the individual patient, incorporating knowledge of changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development. Sheridan VA Healthcare System embraces patient-family centered care principles. The incumbent practices good customer service in all work activities; supporting the mission and vision of the Veteran Health Administration (VHA). Must be poised and articulate in communicating with people of caried educational levels and varied ethnic backgrounds. Makes caring for the Veteran his / her priority while in the work setting and demonstrates customer service principles in all aspects of work. Willing to work cooperatively as a member of a team in all assignments.

About Gillette, Wyoming

Your journey out west should be about exploration, relaxation, discovery and adventure. You will find that in the heart of western history.Gillette, Wyoming has much to offer those looking to slow down and appreciate nature. This authentic small town is surrounded by rolling hills and open plains which are appreciated by people who seek an active outdoor lifestyle.For those with families, Gillette boasts an excellent education system, with teachers who care and are deeply rooted in the community. Here, neighbors still help neighbors. But don’t be fooled by Gillette’s quiet nature, Main Street is bustling with attractions such as rodeos, festivals, tastings, street dances and other small-town Americana gatherings. Gillette is tucked between some of our nation’s most famous monuments like Devils Tower National Monument, the Big Horn Mountain Range, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. In the wild west, take a deep breath and experience nature, or find adventure in it.

About the Sheridan VA Health Care System

We are part of the Rocky Mountain Region Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN19). VISN 19 includes facilities in Colorado, Oklahoma, Montana, Utah and Wyoming. Our health care system consists of our main facility located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Its a 200-bed medical center, serving as the psychiatry tertiary referral site for VISN 19. We provide complex care across the continuum ranging from acute inpatient mental health care to mental health residential rehabilitation and interdisciplinary outpatient programs, and prospective candidates will help drive an integrated and comprehensive approach to the care of a complicated Veteran population. Sheridan VAHCS bed complement includes 20 psychiatric, 10 medical, 55 extended care, 115 mental health residential beds, and a 45-bed Domiciliary Residential Treatment program for homeless Veterans. We have five Community Based Outpatient Clinics located in Casper, Riverton, Cody, Gillette and Rock Springs, with two Telehealth Outreach Clinics in Worland and Evanston; and one Outreach Clinic in Afton, Wyoming.