Physician Gastroenterology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Care for Veterans | Live in Paradise | Enjoy Work-Life Balance

Location

Tampa, Florida

Facility

James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital (VA Tampa Health Care System)

Specialty

Gastroenterology

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Position Type

Federal / VA Employment (W-2)

Compensation

Competitive + Federal Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Available

Loan Repayment

Eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Position Overview

The VA Tampa Healthcare System is seeking a BC / BE Gastroenterologist to join a dynamic team of healthcare professionals providing compassionate, high-quality care to our nation’s veterans. This is a clinical and procedural GI position with opportunities to participate in teaching and quality improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

Provide outpatient and inpatient consultative gastroenterology care.

Perform a wide range of GI procedures including :

Colonoscopy

EGD

PEG placement

Esophageal manometry (optional)

Capsule endoscopy

Manage liver disease in collaboration with hepatology.

Participate in multidisciplinary care teams and conferences.

Opportunities to teach residents and fellows from affiliated academic programs.

Candidate Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship (required)

MD or DO from accredited medical school

Board Certified / Eligible in Gastroenterology

Active and unrestricted medical license (in any U.S. state)

Fellowship training in Gastroenterology (required)

ERCP / EUS experience preferred but not required

VA Benefits Include

Malpractice coverage with tail included

Generous paid time off

13–26 days of annual leave

13 sick days

11 federal holidays

Federal pension + 401(k)-type Thrift Savings Plan with matching

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

CME support and reimbursement

EDRP eligibility – student loan repayment up to $200,000 over 5 years

Relocation incentive and recruitment bonus (may be offered)

Why Work at James A. Haley VA?

James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital is one of the nation’s largest and busiest VA medical centers, known for its cutting-edge clinical care and commitment to innovation. Located in vibrant Tampa, Florida , enjoy beautiful weather year-round, top-rated schools, access to world-renowned beaches, and no state income tax