Physician Gynecology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Gynecologic Surgeon Position - Albuquerque, New Mexico\n

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Overview: Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers an extraordinary blend of culture, natural beauty, and economic opportunity, making it an ideal place to live and work. Nestled in the high desert at the base of Sandia Mountains, Albuquerque enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually, providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, skiing, and hot air ballooning.

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The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located in the heart of Albuquerque, serves as a cornerstone of the community's healthcare. NMVAHCS provides comprehensive, innovative care to our nation's Veterans, offering cutting-edge research and robust educational programs through its partnership with the University of New Mexico. This healthcare system is dedicated to fostering excellence in patient care and professional growth, making it an outstanding environment for medical professionals to thrive.

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Major Duties of the Position:

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• Provide high-quality gynecologic surgical services in our progressive, innovative health care system for the veteran outpatient and inpatient population.
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• Deliver patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic gynecologic care in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
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• Develop and implement individualized care plans to address the specific gynecologic surgical needs of patients.
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• Perform and interpret various gynecologic surgical procedures, including hysterectomies, laparoscopic surgeries, myomectomies, and other related surgeries.
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• Collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive gynecologic care, including cases that may require multidisciplinary management.
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• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, contributing to educational development programs affiliated with the University of New Mexico, School of Medicine.
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• Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and research, and be eligible for a faculty appointment in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of New Mexico.
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• Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for gynecologic surgery patients.
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VA Offers a Comprehensive Total Rewards Package: VHA Physician Total Rewards.

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Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Highly qualified individuals may be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive in accordance with agency policy. To receive consideration for an incentive, the selectee must be among the best qualified and meet the criteria established in the VA Handbook 5007 Part VI Chapter 2. Service agreement required.

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Compensation and Benefits:

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• Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
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• 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)
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• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
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• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
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• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
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• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
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• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
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• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting
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Come join us in providing exceptional healthcare to our veterans in beautiful Albuquerque, where your professional growth and quality of life will thrive.