Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Discover an Exceptional Career Opportunity: VA Caribbean Healthcare System Seeks Hospitalists in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Are you a dedicated Hospitalist passionate about providing high-quality, inpatient care to Veterans in a dynamic teaching environment? The  VA Caribbean Healthcare System (San Juan VA Medical Center)is seeking  Board-Certified Hospitalists (Internal Medicine)to join our team in  San Juan, Puerto Rico . This is a unique opportunity to serve our nation’s heroes while enjoying the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the Caribbean.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work: Provide critical care to Veterans in a high-impact setting with a focus on admissions, discharges, and emergency department consultation.
• Teaching Hospital Environment: Supervise and mentor residents on the wards, fostering the next generation of physicians.
• Diverse Clinical Responsibilities:
• Serve as the  primary consultant for the Emergency Department (main role).
• Manage  medical step-down units (in-person).
• Cover  hospital wards (less frequent) and lead  rapid response teams 24/7 .
• Predictable Schedule:
• 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week (24-hour practice coverage).
• Structured yet flexible to ensure work-life balance.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Board-Certified in Internal Medicine or Hospital Medicine (required).
• Experience in inpatient/acute care settings (preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish (essential for patient care).
• Strong teamwork & leadership skills —must thrive in a  teaching hospital environment.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Competitive federal salary with performance incentives.
• Generous paid time off (26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays).
• Robust retirement plan (pension + 401K with up to 5% match).
• Malpractice coverage with tail protection included.
• Student loan repayment & relocation assistance (if applicable).

Why Puerto Rico?

San Juan offers an unmatched quality of life with:

• Stunning beaches, tropical climate, and outdoor adventures (hiking, diving, and more).
• Rich culture, historic Old San Juan, and world-class cuisine.
• No federal income tax for Puerto Rico residents.
• Easy travel to the U.S. mainland and Caribbean destinations (no passport needed for U.S. citizens!).

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of Veterans while embracing island living, we want to hear from you!  Submit your resume immediately to:

  Email:   View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Join us at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System—where your expertise saves lives, and your career thrives in paradise!

Fun Facts About San Juan, Puerto Rico:

• Home to  El Yunque , the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
• Features 500+ years of history with vibrant Spanish colonial architecture.
• Famous for  salsa music, bioluminescent bays, and world-renowned coffee.

Your next career adventure awaits—apply today!