Physician - Urologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal healthcare system in Boston is seeking an academic staff urologist with expertise in Endourology. The role includes leadership in Urology, opportunities for research, and teaching at affiliated medical schools. A comprehensive rewards package includes bonuses, ample PTO, student loan repayment, and full malpractice coverage. Candidates should have a strong academic record and relevant clinical experience. Applications for this position should be prepared for a starting date in 2025-2026.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Federal retirement benefits

Health/dental/vision insurance

CME reimbursement

Malpractice liability protection

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an outstanding academic record and evidence of publications in Urology.
• General urologists interested in endourology are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates should have credentials sufficient to be appointed at Harvard Medical School or Boston University.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in Endourology and contribute to the growth of other areas in Urology.
• Cover General Urology and participate in call responsibilities.
• Engage in teaching, research, and clinical practice.

Skills

Leadership experience

Endourology expertise

Research experience

Teaching experience

Education

Board Eligibility in Urology

Fellowship training in Endourology

Job description

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

The Division of Urology at the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHCS) is seeking an academic staff urologist with expertise in Endourology, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and stone disease. Candidates must have an outstanding academic record with evidence of teaching, research, publications in the field of Urology. Prior leadership experience is beneficial. This position will be largely in the realm of Endourology but will also allow for expansion and growth of other areas of Urology, including minimally invasive surgery via laparoscopic/robotic approaches, as well as leadership advancement. General Urology coverage and call will round out the clinical exposure.

Board Eligibility in Urology is required. Fellowship training in Endourology with experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgery is desirable, but not essential. General urologists with interest in endourology are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be available to start clinical practice in 2025-2026.

Candidates are expected to have credentials sufficient to be appointed at Harvard Medical School (HMS) or Boston University (BUSM) School of Medicine. Faculty appointments are made by the respective medical school's appointments and promotions committee and not the VA Boston Healthcare System.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Incentive may be offered to highly qualified, eligible applicants.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for the EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program.
• Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, 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 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

Work Schedule: Full Time; Days; Schedule to be Determined with Supervisor

Requirements

Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement.