Physician (Urology)

Veterans Health Administration

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 124,000 - 400,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Federal health/vision/dental

Job summary

The Miami VA Healthcare System's Surgery Service seeks an experienced Urologist to provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for adult patients with genitourinary disorders.

This VA academic hospital position offers a competitive salary, Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility, generous leave, and full federal benefits; the role includes on-call rotations and teaching responsibilities.

Qualifications

MD degree from LCME-accredited or DO-accredited program.
Requires meeting credentialing standards for medical licensure in the US.
EDRP eligibility may apply; see program details in the announcement.

Responsibilities

Provide non-operative and operative urologic care for adults.
Perform urologic surgical procedures and related perioperative care.
Consult, admit, and coordinate outpatient and inpatient care.
Participate in Emergency and On-Call schedules and teaching activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Adaptable

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Miami VA Healthcare System's Surgery Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Urologist. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

Key Responsibilities

***This announcement has been amended to add the \"Board Certification\" requirement*** ***This announcement has been amended to remove the \"Board Certification\" requirement*** This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made.

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

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. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Former EDRP participants are not eligible to apply for EDRP.

Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov for questions/assistance. Learn more. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

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 The duties consist of but are not limited to the following: Admit, evaluate, diagnose, consult and provide non-operative and pre-, intra-, and post-operative care to adult patients except where specifically excluded from practice, presenting with injuries or disorders of those patients presenting with medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland and including endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures Performs urological surgical procedures on patients including related admission, consultation, and work-up, preoperative and postoperative care to correct or treat various conditions, illnesses and injuries.

Makes preliminary diagnosis; directs, prescribes or provides treatment, arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required. Actively participates in Emergency and On-Call schedule. Provides comprehensive urologic care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services to patients.

Management of patients during their inpatient course, using consultants when appropriate and performs inpatient consultations on patients from other services. Conducts outpatient clinics; reviews patients' medications, diet, course of therapy, adherence to management plan and patient observations; modifies management plan as indicated; and instructs and counsels patients as required.

Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians and accepts referrals and outpatient consultations from other providers. Functions in a teaching capacity by educating others (patients, staff, trainees, and/or seminar participants, etc.) in the assessment, treatment, management and evaluation of gynecologic disorders. Refers patients as appropriate and works closely with allied health professionals.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 7:00 am- 3:30 pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs).

Requirements & Education

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 an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed.

Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted, or Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.

For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements for certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the applicant. NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C.

7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities. The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $124308 – $400000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.