Endocrinology opportunity serving Veterans in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team at the VA Medical Center

We are currently looking for a dedicated and empathetic professional to enhance our team, providing exceptional care to Veterans who have honorably served our country. Become a pivotal member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary group where support, shared knowledge, and mentorship are highly valued. In this role, you will significantly contribute to the education of fellows, residents, and medical students through practical teaching and clinical leadership.

Why Join Us?

• Mission-Driven Care: Deliver outstanding endocrinology services to Veterans in central Indiana.
• Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team: Work alongside a diverse team that includes nurse navigators, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, psychologists, and physician colleagues, engaging in both inpatient and outpatient clinical activities.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a well-structured schedule with ample time off. Typical working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with shared on-call responsibilities that are minimal during off-hours.
• Academic Involvement: Contribute to the training of Fellows, Residents, and Medical Students through hands-on mentorship, with the possibility of a faculty position at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Opportunities for collaborative research are also available.
• Comprehensive Federal Employee Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package that includes a competitive salary, opportunities for annual performance bonuses, generous paid leave, strong retirement plans, and excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

Qualifications for Physicians

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency program
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in a specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
• Possession of a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the United States
• Completion of an Endocrinology fellowship is preferred, along with Board Eligibility/Certification in Endocrinology.

Comprehensive Total Rewards Package

• Compensation: Competitive salary with regular increases and an annual performance bonus potential of up to $15,000.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 50-55 days off each year, which includes 26 days of annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days for continuing medical education (CME). Additional paid parental leave is also available.
• Retirement Benefits: Access a traditional federal pension with a five-year vesting period, along with a 401(k)-style Thrift Savings Plan that includes up to 5% contributions from the VA.
• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, and term life insurance plans, many of which can be carried into retirement.
• Malpractice Protection: Enjoy free liability coverage, including full tail coverage.

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Interested in This Opportunity?

If you would like to learn more about this rewarding position, please submit your CV to express your interest. This role may require a background check, security clearance, and/or drug screening. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship is required; non-citizens may only be appointed when qualified citizens are unavailable, in accordance with VA policy. Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service. A probationary period may be required, and proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Selected candidates will need to complete an online onboarding process.