U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician - Geriatrics and Extended Care (GEC)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Physician – Geriatrics and Extended Care (GEC)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Pay Range $220,000.00 – $250,000.00 per year
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit the EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office. Former EDRP participants are ineligible.
Qualifications To qualify:
United States citizenship or appointment under VA policy for non‑citizens
Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree approved by the VA in the year completed
Full, unrestricted medical license in the U.S. or District of Columbia
Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (ACGME, AOA, or other accredited program)
Board‑certified in Internal or Family Medicine with board eligibility in Geriatrics and/or Hospice/Palliative Medicine (preferred)
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Physical requirements: lift 15–44 pounds, stand, walk, and perform other duties as specified; must pass a physical examination and a drug test
Duties
Open continuous announcement remaining until December 8, 2025; initial cutoff for referral on October 14, 2025, with subsequent cutoffs every 2 weeks.
Provide primary care to Veterans in the Geriatrics and Extended Care Center, including outpatient and inpatient care, and collaborate with RN and interprofessional teams.
Participate in after‑hours coverage via CLC on‑call rotation.
Perform medical evaluations, physical exams, mental status and psychiatric exams, acute care consultations, and education for patients and support systems.
Initiate referrals and coordinate care per protocol; maintain documentation standards.
Maintain BLS certification; precept and collaborate with nurse practitioners; assist with quality and performance improvement projects.
Participate in peer review and proctoring as required; advise on scope of services and resource adequacy.
Serve on medical staff meetings and relevant committees; provide leadership, education, and liaison functions.
Engage in university and community duties, including committee service and networking with aging‑related entities.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual performance bonus; 50–55 days paid time off (including annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and CME days).
Traditional federal pension (veteran vesting 5 years) and federal 401 k with up to 5 % contribution.
Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long‑term care insurance (many transferable into retirement).
Recruitment/relocation incentive (sign‑on bonus); authorized EDRP.
No physician employment contract; no significant restriction on moonlighting.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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Pay Range $220,000.00 – $250,000.00 per year
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit the EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office. Former EDRP participants are ineligible.
Qualifications To qualify:
United States citizenship or appointment under VA policy for non‑citizens
Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree approved by the VA in the year completed
Full, unrestricted medical license in the U.S. or District of Columbia
Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (ACGME, AOA, or other accredited program)
Board‑certified in Internal or Family Medicine with board eligibility in Geriatrics and/or Hospice/Palliative Medicine (preferred)
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Physical requirements: lift 15–44 pounds, stand, walk, and perform other duties as specified; must pass a physical examination and a drug test
Duties
Open continuous announcement remaining until December 8, 2025; initial cutoff for referral on October 14, 2025, with subsequent cutoffs every 2 weeks.
Provide primary care to Veterans in the Geriatrics and Extended Care Center, including outpatient and inpatient care, and collaborate with RN and interprofessional teams.
Participate in after‑hours coverage via CLC on‑call rotation.
Perform medical evaluations, physical exams, mental status and psychiatric exams, acute care consultations, and education for patients and support systems.
Initiate referrals and coordinate care per protocol; maintain documentation standards.
Maintain BLS certification; precept and collaborate with nurse practitioners; assist with quality and performance improvement projects.
Participate in peer review and proctoring as required; advise on scope of services and resource adequacy.
Serve on medical staff meetings and relevant committees; provide leadership, education, and liaison functions.
Engage in university and community duties, including committee service and networking with aging‑related entities.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual performance bonus; 50–55 days paid time off (including annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and CME days).
Traditional federal pension (veteran vesting 5 years) and federal 401 k with up to 5 % contribution.
Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long‑term care insurance (many transferable into retirement).
Recruitment/relocation incentive (sign‑on bonus); authorized EDRP.
No physician employment contract; no significant restriction on moonlighting.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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