Gastroenterology Physician

Gastroenterologist Opportunity

Serve those who have served. Caring for our nation's Veterans is among the most noble of callings.

Job Description

• The Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania VA Medical Center is currently seeking a full-time board certified/board eligible Gastroenterologist to join the VA team. Your duties will include treating and managing patients who have illnesses related to General Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. The applicant will provide comprehensive care to include diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and education of patients with Gastroenterology conditions. Clinical duties will include diagnosing, treating, and managing patients referred for management of GI disorders including liver disease, Hepatitis C, and liver transplants based on standard and customary methods and techniques. Managing care for Hepatology patients providing comprehensive care to include diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and education of patients with Gastroenterology conditions in the outpatient, inpatient, and community living center settings. Performing surgical procedures, with required expertise in all areas of Gastroenterology.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.)
• Full unrestricted Licensure, Certification, or Registration required in ANY U.S. State.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.

Benefits

• Interdisciplinary care team model of practice
• Practice based on patient care needs, not insurance regulations.
• Diverse professional opportunities: clinical, leadership, education, research, and policy development
• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual paid vacation
• 13 sick days and 11 holidays
• Up to 5 days paid absence to attend approved CME courses.
• One license/50 states
• Generous health and retirement benefits
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): this can be a lump sum upon starting or paid annually over up to 4 years
• Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): the VA will pay for your moving costs for current VA employees
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): is 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.

Community Overview

Wilkes-Barre is proud of its medical affiliations with top medical schools, supporting the VA's educational mission. Major medical affiliations are maintained with Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and the University of Maryland. More than 200 medical residents receive part of their training at this facility every year.

Wilkes-Barre is located a short drive from Philadelphia and New York. The area offers a wide variety of cultural events, excellent museums, low taxes, and beautiful public gardens.