U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician (Gastroenterologist)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Shreveport, Louisiana, us, 71150
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Physician (Gastroenterologist)
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Summary
This position is eligible for the
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) , a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Duties
Responsibilities include supervising, mentoring, and teaching graduates including GI fellows and residents; managing diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic gastroenterological and endoscopic services; performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower endoscopy (including bleeding control, polypectomy, EMR, PEGs, and dilation); collaborating with health professionals across the medical center and providing consultations to other services; possessing basic endoscopic skills with interest in clinical/research participation. The position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center. Work Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Benefits and Incentives
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Recruitment Incentive and Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) may be eligible for highly qualified applicants. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) details are provided above.
EDRP Authorized:
Former participants are ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact robert.knudsen@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator, for questions/assistance. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off:
50-55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care. Licensure:
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
CME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (full-time with board certification).
Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage.
Contract:
No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited per VA policy); Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine degree from a school approved by VA; current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the US; residency training approved by VA in an accredited core specialty program leading to board eligibility; English proficiency; subject to background/security investigation; pre-employment checks including drug testing where applicable; pre-placement medical examination; influenza vaccination requirement; probationary period may apply. Additional Requirement:
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Gastroenterology. Preferred Experience:
Proficiency in basic GI endoscopy procedures including EGD and colonoscopy. References
For more information on qualification standards, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements
Placement subject to meeting physical requirements. Pre-placement medical examination required. Functional and environmental requirements include lifting 45 pounds, carrying, reaching, use of fingers, walking and standing, visual and auditory abilities, and the ability to work with others or independently. Education: Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine from LCME- or AOA-accredited schools; foreign medical graduates must satisfy ECFMG requirements, if applicable. Other Information
This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service. VA encourages applicants with disabilities. If you cannot apply online, contact the agency for alternate submission methods. The Fair Chance Act applies; criminal history questions are not asked until after a tentative job offer is made. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Physician (Gastroenterologist)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Summary
This position is eligible for the
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) , a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Duties
Responsibilities include supervising, mentoring, and teaching graduates including GI fellows and residents; managing diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic gastroenterological and endoscopic services; performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower endoscopy (including bleeding control, polypectomy, EMR, PEGs, and dilation); collaborating with health professionals across the medical center and providing consultations to other services; possessing basic endoscopic skills with interest in clinical/research participation. The position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center. Work Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Benefits and Incentives
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Recruitment Incentive and Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) may be eligible for highly qualified applicants. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment) details are provided above.
EDRP Authorized:
Former participants are ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact robert.knudsen@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator, for questions/assistance. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off:
50-55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care. Licensure:
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
CME:
Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (full-time with board certification).
Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage.
Contract:
No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited per VA policy); Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine degree from a school approved by VA; current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the US; residency training approved by VA in an accredited core specialty program leading to board eligibility; English proficiency; subject to background/security investigation; pre-employment checks including drug testing where applicable; pre-placement medical examination; influenza vaccination requirement; probationary period may apply. Additional Requirement:
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Gastroenterology. Preferred Experience:
Proficiency in basic GI endoscopy procedures including EGD and colonoscopy. References
For more information on qualification standards, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements
Placement subject to meeting physical requirements. Pre-placement medical examination required. Functional and environmental requirements include lifting 45 pounds, carrying, reaching, use of fingers, walking and standing, visual and auditory abilities, and the ability to work with others or independently. Education: Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine from LCME- or AOA-accredited schools; foreign medical graduates must satisfy ECFMG requirements, if applicable. Other Information
This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service. VA encourages applicants with disabilities. If you cannot apply online, contact the agency for alternate submission methods. The Fair Chance Act applies; criminal history questions are not asked until after a tentative job offer is made. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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