Physician Gastroenterology/Hepatology

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. The Gastroenterology/Hepatology staff physician is an academic board-certified specialist responsible for participating in the fulfillment of the missions of the Gastroenterology Section of the Medicine Service. The incumbent participates in the clinical care, educational efforts, and research efforts and works to achieve objectives of the Gastroenterology section in collaboration with the Chief of Gastroenterology. In addition to the main tasks with the section, qualified persons will have the opportunity to work with the academic affiliate Gastroenterology and Hepatology Division at the University of Utah in the achievement of these objectives. Preferred candidate will have special interest or expertise in hepatology. * Clinical: 50-70% - Consult service, clinics, and endoscopy lab. At least 40% of the clinical practice will be dedicated to hepatology. May vary according to other duties including research * Administrative- 5% - committees and panels as assigned * Education: 5 - 10% (will vary depending on the needs of the section) - trains fellows, residents and medical students from the University of Utah Gastroenterology/Hepatology fellowship, Internal Medicine Residency, and other programs at the VA campus * Research: 5- 40% (will vary depending on the candidate) * Patient Care-addresses medical problems, practices within scope of privileges, arrives in OR/Clinic on time, and physically attends outpatient clinics * Medical/Clinical Knowledge-Maintains board certification (if board certified), meets CME requirements, and participates in resident/student training * Practice Based Learning & Improvement- Participates in work groups, committees, or departmental learning activities, and remains abreast of medical advances in his/her area of expertise and incorporates this information to deliver care that meets contemporary standards of care * Interpersonal & Communication Skills- Electronic medical record entries are appropriate in tone and content. Provides appropriate consultative evaluation, treatment, and/or follow-up recommendations * Professionalism- Participates in peer reviews/committees, and absence of validated disruptive or unprofessional Behavior * Systems-Based Practice-Complies with safety, security, and privacy policies, arranges proper clinical coverage during planned absences, and complies with hand-off communication policy VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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 Contract Buy Out Program: This position may be eligible for the Physician / Provider Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP), which authorizes VHA to buy out service contracts (Locum agreements, loan repayments, sign-on bonus contracts, Physician-owned practices) in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a period of obligated service (minimum 4 years). For additional information and eligibility requirements, contact the VHA Contract Buy Out Program Manager at . Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm

Created: 2026-04-15