Geriatrician Opportunity

Department of Veterans Affairs; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Up to 55 days/year paid time off

Federal retirement benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Education Debt Reduction Program

Flexible employment options

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Geriatrician in Prescott, Arizona, offering competitive salaries, federal retirement benefits, and comprehensive health insurance.

This role serves over 34,000 Veterans in a beautiful mountain-town setting with numerous outdoor activities. Candidates should possess an MD or DO degree and have a full and unrestricted medical license.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification is highly desirable.
• Full and unrestricted medical license from any US state.
• US citizenship required.

Skills

Board certification (highly desirable)

Full and unrestricted medical license

MD or DO degree

US citizenship

Job description

Geriatrician Opportunity - Prescott, Arizona at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS)

Why Join NAVAHCS

• Serve more than 34,000 Veterans across Northern Arizona

• 5-star CMS rating for quality care

• Beautiful mountain-town setting with access to outstanding outdoor recreation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus and regular increases

• 50-55 days/year paid time off (includes annual leave, sick leave, holidays, CME)

• Federal retirement benefits: pension (5 years vesting) & 401k (VA contributes up to 5%)

• Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, and life insurance (can carry into retirement)

• Up to $2,500/year CME reimbursement
  (board-certification required for CME leave)

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment

• Free malpractice with tail coverage

• Flexible employment (no physician contract, moonlighting permitted)

Eligibility & Requirements

• MD or DO degree required

• Board certification is highly desirable (especially for CME benefits)

• Full and unrestricted medical license from any US state or territory

• US citizenship required (exceptions only when unable to recruit qualified citizens)

About Prescott, AZ

• Ideal for those seeking a 4-season climate, beautiful scenery, and extensive outdoor activities (lakes, national forest, hiking, mountain biking)

• Welcoming community with rich western heritage, a vibrant downtown, diverse shopping & dining

Next Steps Interested candidates can contact

• Timothy A. Bernau
  Email: [e-mail]
  Phone: [phone]

For EDRP details: Eligibility, award amounts, and periods are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review. Submit application within four months of the start date. Inquiries: [e-mail].