Outpatient Endocrinologist role providing diagnosis, consultation and treatment planning for endocrine and metabolic disorders, plus patient counselling and record management. You’ll join the Department of Veterans Affairs delivering Veteran-focused care with a “Whole Health” approach. Standout perk: exceptionally generous time off (50–55 paid days/year) plus federal pension and 401k match.
- 50–55 days paid time off
- Federal pension and 401k match
- Free malpractice with tail coverage
The Physician will work in an outpatient. Primary duties will include but not limited to the following: Diagnosis and treatment, including consultation for patients presenting with illnesses, injuries, and disorders of the endocrine or metabolic systems in the outpatient setting.
Conduct initial consultations with patients to find out about their symptoms and medical histories.
Design individualized treatment plans, which may entail prescribing medication
Accept patients referred to by other doctors, and consult with specialists
Counsel patients about how to cope with diseases, providing advice about diet, exercise, and other lifestyle matters.
Create, maintain, and update patient records.
Receive continuing education, and read professional journals, to keep up to date on endocrinology information and techniques.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards .
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized
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
Performance Pay: Up to 15K annually
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM however, subject to change, depending upon the needs of the service/medical center.
Contract Buy Out Program: This position may be eligible for the Physician / Provider Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP), which authorizes VHA to buy out service contracts (Locum agreements, loan repayments, sign-on bonus contracts, Physician-owned practices) in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a period of obligated service (minimum 4 years).
"Whole Health is an approach to health care that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their life to the fullest. The VA is committed to Whole Health and values Veteran and Employee health and wellbeing. As a VA employee, you will practice Whole Health in an environment that supports personalized and proactive care."