Physician-Nephrology

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

50–55 days paid time off

Retirement plan with 401(k) contribution

Federal health and dental insurance

CME reimbursement

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Orlando, Florida, is hiring for a position focused on internal medicine and nephrology. Candidates will diagnose and treat patients, collaborate with clinical teams, and provide education to residents.

The role includes a comprehensive compensation package with a competitive salary, generous paid time off, federal pensions, and insurance benefits. Travel may be required, and sign-on bonuses are available for highly qualified applicants.

Responsibilities

• Work up, diagnose, and provide non-surgical treatment for patients.
• Attend inpatient consultations and provide comprehensive care.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the clinical staff.
• Participate in care coordination for dialysis unit and clinics.
• Involve in teaching residents and students.

Job description

Summary

A recruitment/relocation incentive may be offered to highly qualified candidate(s). This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – please see below.

Responsibilities

• Work up, diagnose, and provide non-surgical treatment including consultation for both admitted patients and outpatients requiring general internal medicine care and specialized nephrology problems.
• Attend inpatient consultations as per assignment and schedule, providing complete assessment and comprehensive care plan.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and timely with clinical nursing staff, peers, other subspecialty providers, and leadership.
• Participate in care coordination for all patients in the dialysis unit, outpatient clinics, and inpatients with the utilization management team and case managers; work with social workers to address psychosocial issues.
• Actively involve in teaching residents and students.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and 401(k) with up to 5% federal contribution.
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care (many federal programs carry into retirement).
• Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory.
• CME reimbursement: Possible $1,000 per year (must be full-time with board certification).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• Contract: No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
• Work schedule: Monday through Friday 8 am–4:30 pm (shifts may be required as per facility needs).

Recruitment & Relocation Incentive

Sign-on bonuses authorized per facility/agency; former EDRP participants are ineligible.

EDRP Coordinator

Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

Travel & Total Rewards

Travel may be required. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package (VHA Physician Total Rewards).