Physician (Urology)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Urology Physician to perform advanced surgical procedures and provide comprehensive patient care. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, including participation in the Education Debt Reduction Program.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

50-55 days Paid Time Off

Federal pension and 401K with VA contributions

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Malpractice liability protection

Qualifications

• Must have a full, unrestricted license to practice medicine.
• Fellowship-trained urologic oncologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform open and robotic surgeries for urologic indications.
• Conduct advanced oncologic procedures.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Open and robotic surgery expertise

Education

Degree of MD or equivalent

Residency training approved by VA or equivalent

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Pay Range

This range is provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. The 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 after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Duties

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EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. The approval, award amount, and eligibility period are determined after review. Contact [e-mail] for questions/assistance.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (including annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and possible CME leave).

Retirement: Federal pension (5 years vesting) and 401K with VA contributions.

Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance.

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.

CME: Possible $1,000/year reimbursement (full-time with board certification).

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.

Contract: No employment contract or restrictions on moonlighting.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform open and robotic surgeries for urologic indications, including advanced oncologic procedures such as retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, pelvic exenteration, and vena caval thrombectomy on bypass.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm, 10 hours per week. Schedule may change based on needs.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens only if no qualified citizens are available.
• All applicants must pass urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Proficiency in English.
• Potential probationary period.
• Background/security investigation required.
• Complete online onboarding; acceptable ID required.
• Pass pre-employment physical.
• Participation in influenza vaccination program required.

Qualifications

Meet basic and any additional requirements listed. Applicants pending training completion may be considered.

Basic Requirements

• US citizenship.
• Degree of MD or equivalent from an approved school.
• Full, unrestricted license to practice medicine.
• Residency training approved by VA or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English.

Preferred Experience

Fellowship-trained urologic oncologist at associate professor level or above with expertise in open and robotic surgery, including advanced oncologic procedures.

Additional info

See https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ for standards and https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ for physical requirements.