Veteran Affairs Physicians. Because you're in high demand as a VA physician, you start your career in the highest available leave tier, which provides 50 days of paid time off each year. Paid vacation, unlimited accumulated paid sick leave and 11 paid federal holidays accrue right away.

Northern California is known for its diverse geography, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant culture. From breathtaking coastlines to towering redwood forests, Northern California offers a wide range of natural wonders. It is also home to world-class cities such as San Francisco and Sacramento, as well as renowned national parks like Yosemite and Lake Tahoe. With a rich culinary scene, thriving arts and music culture, and a strong emphasis on environmental conservation. Whether you’re interested in work/life balance, research, or academics you will find that working for the VA offers many benefits not to mention the great honor we have in serving our nation's heroes.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Vascular Surgeon to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complications arising from diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and smoking, including the treatment of patients who require hemodialysis access due to kidney failure secondary to these conditions. You will also treat varicose veins and provide consultations for a variety of vascular conditions, discussing medical versus surgical treatment options and their associated risks and benefits. In addition, you will monitor patients post-operatively, following well-established vascular society guidelines, and provide guidance on aftercare and medication. The position includes administrative duties such as documenting patient information in electronic medical records and collaborating with other specialists when necessary. As part of our commitment to education, you will also play a key role in instructing and mentoring Vascular Surgery and General Surgery Residents, ensuring the next generation of surgeons is well-prepared for clinical practice.

INCENTIVES: Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) offers up to $200,000 over 5-years, tax-free and/or Recruitment Incentive with minimum 3-year service obligation. Recruitment/Relocation may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.
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

Salary

$330,000 - $380,000 per year

Interested candidates may apply by emailing current CV to VA Healthcare [Register to View]