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Veterans Health Administration

Gastroenterology Physician

Veterans Health Administration, Tampa

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Location : Tampa, Florida
Facility : James A. Haley Veterans Hospital (VA Tampa Health Care System)
Specialty : Gastroenterology
Schedule : Full-Time, Monday Friday
Position Type : Federal/VA Employment (W-2)
Compensation : Competitive + Federal Benefits
Relocation Assistance : Available
Loan Repayment : Eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Position Overview

The VA Tampa Healthcare System is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist to join a dynamic team of healthcare professionals providing compassionate, high-quality care to our nation s veterans. This is a clinical and procedural GI position with opportunities to participate in teaching and quality improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient and inpatient consultative gastroenterology care.

  • Perform a wide range of GI procedures including:

    • Colonoscopy

    • EGD

    • PEG placement

    • Esophageal manometry (optional)

    • Capsule endoscopy

  • Manage liver disease in collaboration with hepatology.

  • Participate in multidisciplinary care teams and conferences.

  • Opportunities to teach residents and fellows from affiliated academic programs.

Candidate Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship (required)

  • MD or DO from accredited medical school

  • Board Certified / Eligible in Gastroenterology

  • Active and unrestricted medical license (in any U.S. state)

  • Fellowship training in Gastroenterology (required)

  • ERCP/EUS experience preferred but not required

VA Benefits Include

  • Malpractice coverage with tail included

  • Generous paid time off :

    • days of annual leave

    • 13 sick days

    • 11 federal holidays

  • Federal pension + 401(k)-type Thrift Savings Plan with matching

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • CME support and reimbursement

  • EDRP eligibility student loan repayment up to $200,000 over 5 years

  • Relocation incentive and recruitment bonus (may be offered)

Why Work at James A. Haley VA?

James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital is one of the nation s largest and busiest VA medical centers, known for its cutting-edge clinical care and commitment to innovation. Located in vibrant Tampa, Florida , enjoy beautiful weather year-round, top-rated schools, access to world-renowned beaches, and no state income tax .