Join the Spokane VA Medical Center and Make a Difference for Our Nation's Veterans Are you ready for an exciting career move that combines professional excellence with a thriving personal life? The Spokane Veterans Affairs Medical Center seeks a BC/BE Family or Internal Medicine Physician to join our growing, collegial, and multi-disciplinary team in Spokane, WA and focused on providing exceptional care to our veterans. You will find a very welcoming community, exceptional medical facilities, and a lifestyle that offers a perfect balance of culture and outdoor adventure. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and seeking a workplace where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you! The Spokane VA Healthcare System's Geriatrics & Extended Care Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Geriatrics Board Certified Attending Physician (Geriatrics) for our Spokane Community Living Center. This position offers a chance to serve our nation's veterans along with excellent work life balance. The CLC provides Nursing Home level of care to Veterans who need short term rehabilitation or skilled nursing care, long term care, dementia care or hospice care. The Physician - Community Living Center (CLC) is responsible for the overall quality of medical care and treatment to the Veteran population as assigned. The physician serves as the primary point of accountability in Geriatrics and Extended Care, Community Living Centers, and maximizes the efficient use of available resources to treat assigned population(s). The Physician (Geriatrics) Community Living Center will have the following direct clinical responsibilities: Reviewing Patients Histories, examinations, assessments and plans for CLC residents coordinating all evaluations, diagnostic testing, clinical follow up, and care coordination. Coordinating of Community Living Center (CLC) Team in the day-to-day management of Veterans. Promoting an atmosphere of efficiency and accuracy in the timeliness of submission of completed documents. Collaborating with Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistant, ancillary health care providers, and various clinical Specialties. Help facilitate hospital admissions, post discharge care and specialty consultations as needed. Participates in screening of veterans and completion of consults for the CLC. Participates in call schedule for telephonic coverage for urgent needs of veterans in the CLC after administrative hours. Participation in interdisciplinary Team meetings. Participates in other clinical duties as assigned by the ACOS for Geriatrics & Extended Care. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): 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 Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible Participants may receive up to $200,000 towards a qualified loan over a 5-year period (Not to exceed $40,000 per year) EDRP is a reimbursement program. At the end of each program year or service period, participants must provide proof of payment to lenders to receive reimbursement. Preferred Experience: Board Certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Board of Family Medicine or Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine. Geriatric fellowship or experience who enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team. About Spokane Veterans Affairs The Spokane Veterans Affairs Medical Center, part of the Northwest Health Network, was recognized by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as one of modern hospitals which are scientifically measured and assessed to have high-quality health care services for promoting health and improving the quality of life. Our state-of-the-art medical main campus boasts a picturesque setting, ideally located in the heart of the desired north end, bordering downtown. The campus features modern operating rooms, a dedicated intensive care unit, and well- equipped inpatient medicine and surgical wards to handle the full breadth of patient care needs. We have a comprehensive psychiatric ward and a full host of outpatient clinics spanning all major medical specialties. We also provide health care services at seven other community-based outpatient clinics in Idaho & Washington State. Consistent and stable leadership is deeply committed to providing exceptional veteran-centered care, advancing medical education through robust residency and student training programs, and driving innovations in basic science research. We are proud to offer an empowering and purposeful work environment. About Spokane In Spokane, downtown charm meets outdoor adventure. Vibrant districts and adjacent cities create an incredible region. Four distinct seasons provide abundant recreation. Here you'll discover renowned urban and state parks, indulge in delicious cuisine and world-class entertainment, find a thriving arts and culture scene and embrace the best of the Pacific Northwest Spokane is a beautiful four-season destination where there's always something to do whether you hope to stay in or adventure outdoors. If you're traveling with family, we've got you covered with fun things to do in Spokane to keep the kiddos busy and parents equally entertained. If you consider yourself an outdoor enthusiast, check out our numerous outdoor recreation options in our local and state parks. If you're a night owl, there's an abundance of Spokane nightlife to keep you entertained. If you're ready to dive into our arts and culture scene, we'll show you performances, history, and art museums to admire. Fresh, crisp snow, meticulously groomed runs, and a stunning mountain backdrop await you this winter for Spokane skiing. Spokane isn't just a ski town, it's a hub for adventure seekers looking to challenge their skills and have fun at five incredible ski resorts, all within two hours of downtown! Mt. Spokane, Schweitzer, 49 Degrees North, Silver Mountain, and Lookout Pass are all just minutes away & ready to welcome you. Spokane, Washington, and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, are two destinations separated by one short drive.…