Urologist opportunity

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Arizona City (AZ); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus up to $15,000

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Relocation benefits

Health insurance

Malpractice coverage

Federal retirement plan

401K with matching

No non-compete

Vacation/Sick/Holidays

CME time

Job summary

Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) has an immediate full-time opening for a Board-Eligible /Board-Certified Urologist to join our exemplary Urological team providing extraordinary care to Veterans and fulfilling the VA Mission. We are looking for a Urologist who enjoys a collaborative environment and can be an effective communicator with colleagues, patients and/or families.

You will perform a variety of urological services including pre-operative patient assessment, exam, management, and

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative assessment and all aspects of adult urological surgery.
• Provide surgical treatment for genitourinary injuries and diseases.

Job description

Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) has an immediate full-time opening for a Board-Eligible /Board-Certified Urologist to join our exemplary Urological team providing extraordinary care to Veterans and fulfilling the VA Mission. We are looking for a Urologist who enjoys a collaborative environment and can be an effective communicator with colleagues, patients and/or families. You will perform a variety of urological services including pre-operative patient assessment, exam, management, and all aspects of adult urological surgery. Duties also include providing surgical treatment for genitourinary injuries and diseases, including major and minor procedures. Robotics training/experience is a plus. You may be considered for a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix and be integral to the education and teaching of urology fellows, residents, and medical students.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (approximate & minimal call)

The VA offers:

• Competitive pay is based on training, experience, and the local labor market.
• Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15,000 per year.
• Guaranteed salary increases.
• No employment contracts, non-compete clauses, or restrictive covenants.
• 26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time; 11 paid federal holidays.
• 5 days of paid absences for CME*
• Federal Retirement Plan.
• Separate 401K with partial agency match.
• Health Insurance (Dental & Vision supplemental insurance available).
• Life Insurance.
• Nationwide Mobility - Relocate without loss of benefits, vacation, or pay.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program up to $200,000**
• Malpractice is covered as VA physicians are covered under federal tort laws.
• 1 full & unrestricted active U.S. medical license allows you to work at any VA.
• *Must be board-certified to receive the 5 days off for CME.
• 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 complete review of the EDRP application. Former participants are ineligible to apply for the EDRP incentive. Contact for questions or assistance.

Why should you choose Phoenix???

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