Physician - Part-Time Urologist (EDRP Authorized)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Up to 50-55 days of paid time off annually

Free malpractice liability protection

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a part-time Urologist in Augusta, GA. This role focuses on providing high-quality care to Veterans struggling with urologic conditions.

Responsibilities include managing both outpatient and inpatient consults, performing minor procedures, and utilizing telehealth technologies for remote consultations. A qualifying degree, active medical license, and residency training in relevant fields are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the U.S.
• Completion of residency training in an accredited specialty is required.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to Veterans with urologic conditions.
• Manage outpatient and inpatient consults, utilizing telehealth technologies.
• Perform minor procedures, develop treatment plans, and ensure compliance with VA policies.

Skills

Urologic expertise

Telehealth proficiency

Patient-centered care

Residency training in relevant specialty

Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine

Training in accredited core specialty

Tools

Clinical Video Telehealth (CVT)

VA Video Connect (VVC)

Job description

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education – the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) – in the list published for the year the residency – or fellowship if applicable – was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship – first year of residency – or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) – which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the Physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Exceptions: Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as “Physician Resident Providers” (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. – not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• They are to have a “scope of practice” that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally – surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• In rare and unusual circumstances – the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer – who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience, accomplishments, performance, and qualifications warrant such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position – with or without reasonable accommodation – without hazard to themselves or others
• Depending on the essential duties of a specific position – usable vision – color vision – hearing – or speech may be required
• However – in most cases – a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid

Responsibilities

• The incumbent serves as a part‑time Urologist within the Surgery Service – responsible for delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based care to Veterans with conditions affecting the genitourinary system
• The Urologist will manage both outpatient and inpatient consults and provide procedural and surgical intervention as clinically indicated
• The provider will also utilize telehealth technologies to extend urologic expertise to Veterans across rural and underserved regions within the catchment area
• The position emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and patient‑centered care delivered both in person and virtually
• Conduct scheduled outpatient clinics (virtual and in‑person) to evaluate and manage Veterans with urologic conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, urologic cancers, hematuria, kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, incontinence, and urinary tract infections
• Ensures that care‑related goals (both short and long term) and patient outcomes are identified by the requesting provider, patient, and family/significant other
• Monitors specific clinical activities for compliance with VA policies – assuring that findings are utilized to modify and/or improve performance and to facilitate accomplishment of goals and objectives
• Perform minor procedures in clinic as appropriate (e.g., catheter placement, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy) – develop treatment plans based on clinical assessment, diagnostics, and Veteran goals
• Provide care through VA‑approved telehealth platforms – including Clinical Video Telehealth (CVT), VA Video Connect (VVC), and electronic consults
• Support remote patient monitoring and follow‑up – including coordination of labs, imaging, and pharmacy services
• Provide urologic consultative services for hospitalized patients on a scheduled or as‑needed basis during assigned work hours
• Ensure timely completion of all medical documentation – including progress notes, operative reports, consult responses, and telehealth encounters – in accordance with VA and Joint Commission standards
• Participate in ongoing compliance with facility quality assurance initiatives – including documentation audits and peer reviews
• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff – Chief of Surgical Care Line – and clinical staff to promote quality in clinical practice by contributing to the development of criteria for measuring the quality of patient care
• Initiate clinical reviews – conduct focused peer reviews, studies, and other projects in response to the identification of areas in need of improvement in the delivery of Urology care
• Identify opportunities for improvement – assist with problem resolution modalities to ensure optimal and appropriate patient care delivery and cost‑effective use of resources
• Analyze data and reporting of information – to identify the need for change in assigned areas that may include minimizing risk and ensuring the effectiveness of clinical quality improvement
• Provide educational and supportive interventions – in conjunction with the Veteran, spouses, family members/caregivers, and other stakeholders involved in the Veteran’s care
• Work Schedule: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm – varying part‑time schedule – subject to change based on the needs of the agency

Compensation and Benefits

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): Not Authorized
• This position is eligible for EDRP – a student loan payment reimbursement program; must meet specific individual eligibility requirements and submit application within four months of start date
• 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 after complete review of the EDRP application
• Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the program
• Contact [e-mail] for questions/assistance
• Pay: Competitive salary – annual performance bonus – and regular salary increases
• Paid Time Off: 50‑55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid Federal holidays per year – and a possible 5‑day paid absence for CME)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting