Physician Urologist - Full-time - Recruit Incentive / EDRP authorized

Summary The Manchester VA Medical Center is seeking a skilled board certified Urologist to join our Surgical department. The selected physician will provide comprehensive urologic care across the continuum—from outpatient to inpatient and procedural settings. Reporting directly to the Chief of Surgery, the physician plays an essential role in delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based urologic services. The Manchester VA offers a supportive practice structure focused on improving the health of those who have served our nation. Qualifications To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements United States Citizenship (non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy). Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state, territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia. Residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty program leading to board certification. Residents in ACGME or AOA accredited programs who otherwise meet the basic requirements are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged. PRPs have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Board certification reference. For more information see: Duties Serve as a full‑time member of the Surgery Service organization, providing high‑quality, evidence‑based care to Veterans with genitourinary conditions. Deliver care through in‑person and virtual modalities under the general supervision of the Chief of Surgery. Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of adult and geriatric Veterans with a full spectrum of urologic conditions—including benign prostatic hyperplasia, urologic malignancies, hematuria, nephrolithiasis, urinary tract infections, incontinence, and erectile dysfunction. Conduct scheduled outpatient clinics for consultation, follow‑up, chronic disease management, and ongoing care. Develop patient‑centered treatment plans based on clinical assessments, diagnostic results, and Veteran goals. Perform basic and advanced urologic procedures consistent with granted privileges, including cystoscopy, vasectomy, urodynamic studies, bladder biopsy, orchiectomy, ureteral stent placement, retrograde studies, TURP, TURBT, ureteroscopy, and stone management. Provide pre‑operative and post‑operative care, including history and physical examinations, review of diagnostic studies, surgical assessments, and documentation in the medical record. Evaluate patients for changes in health status, laboratory values, and vital signs prior to surgery. Offer consultative urologic surgery services appropriate for the ambulatory capabilities of the Manchester VAMC. Utilize VA‑approved telehealth platforms—such as Clinical Video Telehealth, VA Video Connect, and electronic consults—to extend specialty care throughout the catchment area. Ensure timely triage and management of consults, providing recommendations and specialty input to referring providers. Ensure care aligns with VA clinical standards and evidence‑based practices, monitor compliance with VA policies, and use findings to improve performance and outcomes. Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families to establish and achieve short‑ and long‑term care goals. Benefits Comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases, and a 50‑55 day paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid absence for CME). Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions. Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care insurance (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement). Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Recruitment incentive: Sign‑on or relocation incentive may be offered to highly qualified eligible applicants. Education debt reduction program (student loan repayment) eligibility (EDRP). No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Work schedule: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. #J-18808-Ljbffr