Physician (Gastroenterology)-Hepatology

Summary North Florida/ South Georgia VA Healthcare System is seeking an experienced and dynamic Gastroenterologist-Hepatologist for the Medical Services. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards - as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center. Qualifications United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine Degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. Approved residencies: (1) ACGME approved, (2) AOA approved, or (3) other residencies followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs) PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged PRPs are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs Proficiency in spoken and written English Board Certification in Gastroenterology (preferred experience: focus on Hepatology) Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre‑employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019, administered by VA Occupational Health. This position requires light to moderate lifting (15 - 44 lbs.), light carrying (15 lbs. and under), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (up to 2 hours), standing (up to 2 hours), kneeling (up to 1 hour), ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, near vision correctable at 13" to 16", far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, ability to distinguish shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted), emotional stability, mental stability, working closely with others and working alone. Duties This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package VHA Physician Total Rewards Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): EDRP Authorized: Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at View email address on click.appcast.io if you have any questions or concerns Learn more Pay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Duties include but not limited to: Provide inpatient and outpatient electronic consultation services with a focus on hepatology Oversee the administration of conscious sedation and perform standard GI procedures such as EGD (gastroscopy), colonoscopies, and other procedures Diagnose, treat, and manage patients with gastrointestinal diseases according to standard‑usual‑and‑acceptable methods and techniques Supervise medical students, residents and/or fellows Work in collaboration with gastroenterology advanced practice providers Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - 8:00a.m.- 4:30 p.m. (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor) The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr