Physician (Urology)

Veterans Health Administration

Vero Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 265,000 - 400,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Total rewards package

50-55 days PTO per year

Federal health/vision/dental coverage

Federal 401K with up to 5% match

Malpractice tail coverage

Relocation incentives

Job summary

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, part of the Veterans Health Administration, is recruiting a full-time Urologist to join Surgical Care Services. The physician evaluates and treats urological conditions, performs surgeries, and participates in pre/postoperative care and on-call duties.

Applicants must meet VHA requirements, have an MD or DO, and hold or be eligible for a U.S. medical license. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and potential loan repayment.

Qualifications

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
Graduation from LCME-accredited medical schools (or COCA for osteopathic).
For foreign grads, ECFMG eligibility must be met.

Responsibilities

Provide evaluation and treatment of urological conditions.
Perform urological surgeries and related pre/postoperative care.
Coordinate with primary care and other providers for referrals.
Participate in Emergency and On-Call schedules.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Medical license (US state)

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is recruiting for a well-trained, energetic Physician (Urology). The Urologist works full time for the Surgical Care Services and provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions.

Key Responsibilities

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Eligible applicants will be referred until all vacancies are filled. The Urologist will work full time at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center in Surgical Services. The Urologist performs urological surgical procedures on patients and has surgical duties that include: admissions, consultations, preoperative work ups, as well as postoperative care to correct or treat various urological conditions, illnesses and injuries.

He/she provides evaluation and treatment of urological conditions. The duties consist of but are not limited to the following: 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. Performs some procedures in the Urology clinic such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsies and ESWLs (Electrocorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy) on SB in addition to other surgical procedures in the operating room.

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; works closely with allied health professionals; and participates in the Surgical Department Quality Assurance and Peer Review programs. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. 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. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & 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 ineligible to apply.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov.

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: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized.

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.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

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 $265122 – $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.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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