Gastroenterologist opportunity in Prescott, Arizona!

Gastroenterologist opportunity in

Prescott, Arizona! $200K Student Loan Repayment, Work / Life Balance,

Outstanding VA Benefits, and Much More!

Join the

most noble mission in healthcare by helping Veterans thrive! The

Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) has an opening for

a Gastroenterologist in picturesque Prescott, Arizona. NAVAHCS

serves the healthcare needs of more than 34,000 Veterans spanning

across more than 65,000 square miles of Northern Arizona. NAVAHCS

has maintained a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare &

Medicaid Services (CMS) since the rating system started including

VA hospitals in the annual national review in 2023. Our medical

center includes an 85-bed community living center, a 15-bed unit

for acute care, and a 120-bed domiciliary that is part of our

Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program.

Work Schedule : 7 : 00 A.M. to

5 : 30 P.M. (4 / 10-hour shifts). No working nights, weekends, or

call!

Compensation and Benefits :

Pay : Competitive

salary + annual performance bonus + regular salary increases.

Paid-Time Off : 50-55 days

of annual 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).

Education Debt Reduction Program

(EDRP) : is a student loan payment reimbursement program

up to $200,000

CME :

Possible $1,000 per year

reimbursement.

Malpractice :

Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.

Contract : No Physician

Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on

moonlighting.

• Education Debt Reduction

Program (EDRP) Authorized : This position is eligible for EDRP, 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 your start

date. 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

VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov for questions or assistance.

receive the 5 days off for CME.

Employment Requirements :

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an

equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine

or osteopathic medicine.

Licensure : 1 full and

unrestricted license from any US State or territory. Must maintain

a current, full, active, and unrestricted license.

U.S. Citizenship required : non-citizens may

only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified

citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

About Prescott, Arizona :

Prescott,

Arizona is the place you want to work, live, and

shop!

When you are searching for the ideal

mountain town experience that boasts Western Heritage, outdoor

activities, community festivals and unique dining options, Prescott

is the one destination that offers it all. Western culture and

charm make the downtown and Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza a big

draw for visitors. Newcomers note the friendliness of the citizens

and the strong sense of community here.

Prescott is located half-way between Phoenix and Flagstaff. At a

mile high in elevation, Prescott remains about 10 to 15 degrees

cooler than Phoenix and 10 to 15 degrees warmer than Flagstaff.

It’s the perfect mild, four-season community.

Prescott’s natural beauty is reflected in several lakes, five in

all : Watson, Willow, Lynx, Granite, Basin, and Goldwater. Prescott

is also known for natural outdoor features such as Thumb Butte, the

Granite Dells, Granite Mountain, and Prescott National Forest. Each

of these areas has well-maintained hiking trails, typically for

non-motorized exploration. Prescott is a mecca for outdoor

recreation, including hiking, horseback riding, camping, fishing,

and mountain biking, just to name a few.

But

wait, there's more! The area offers a variety of shopping

and dining choices – whether you're looking for antiques or

modern art galleries, you will find what you are looking for. Many

unique, locally owned businesses offer a variety of products and

services. In addition, there are, of course, a wide selection of

nationally recognized stores available.

If you're interested in this

opportunity, please e-mail your CV to Timothy A. Bernau at

timothy.bernau@va.gov or

call 623-920-1304!