Physician (Gastroenterology)

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. Please refer to Required Documents below. Miami VA is recruiting a Gastroenterologist with experience in advanced endoscopy, general gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, or GI motility within the Gastroenterology/Hepatology department. We are a Tier 1b academic VA referral center that incorporates high quality clinical work, exceptional research opportunities and teaching in a highly collegial work environment. This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until September 3, 2026, or until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred bi-weekly beginning March 13, 2026 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 eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. 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 ineligible to apply. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at VISN8CCOE@va.gov if you have any questions or concerns. Learn more. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized 20% with a one-year service agreement for highly qualified candidates. 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 Miami VA Health System (MVAHCS) is seeking a gastroenterologist eager to practice clinical medicine in an academic teaching environment. MVAHCS is a core teaching affiliate of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; medical students, residents, and fellows rotate at our facility. Protected time for research and administration can be offered for exceptional candidates. The candidate must be committed to quality patient care and teaching related to GI and liver disorders. For the advanced endoscopy specialist, proficiency in EUS, and ERCP is required. Third space endoscopy is desirable but not mandatory. Excellent facilities and equipment are in place. Our GI service provides some remote care through telehealth and video visits. The physician will participate in the education and supervision of house staff including GI fellows, residents, and medical students. There are numerous opportunities for exceptional clinical research and collaboration in research projects. This is a wonderful opportunity to live in beautiful South Florida and practice high-quality academic medicine in an ethical environment with dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic trainees. Academic opportunities with work life balance are hard to come by in South Florida! Duties include, but are not limited to: Works in out-patient clinics as assigned for treatment of gastroenterological/liver-related and other conditions. Performs History and physicals on all assigned patients. Participates in (Gastro) Clinics and/or manages independent clinic. Provides Patient and family communication and education as necessary. Participates in education of medical and (Gastro) residents and nursing staff. Responds rapidly in emergency situations and keeps medical staff informed of all changes in a patients' condition. Consistently demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and treating (Gastro) patients and performing diagnostic tests. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday- 8:00 Am - 4:30 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). U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.