Physician (Infectious Disease)

Summary The VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System, is seeking a Physician (Infectious Disease). The Infectious Disease (ID) Specialist is responsible for patient/family education, and participation in patient centered interdisciplinary team, including coordination of care with other specialists and pharmacist, to provide comprehensive medical and infectious disease management in outpatient setting. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive is authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Responsibilities VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Applies comprehensive examination and differential diagnostic skills to develop plans of care. Provides care within the context of an interdisciplinary approach; provider will document services through appropriate notes. Participates in interdisciplinary team activities and works collaboratively with others involved with the ID service, the medical center, and VISN facilities. Develops and maintains strong relationships with other practice areas to ensure appropriate delivery of ID services to Veterans through committees and work groups. Participates actively in delivering in-service training to medical center staff, fellows, residents, etc. and supports an environment that encourages continual learning. The majority of the ID specialist's time is devoted to patient care and education, with the remaining time set aside for performance improvement activities, and activities sufficient to maintain proficiency in state-of-the-art ID care. Most of the work will take place at one campus of VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend HCS(VCB), but some travel may be required to meet the needs at various sites of VCB. Writes Medical Orders and prescriptions for non-controlled and controlled substances, as necessary, for the care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law. Documents care provided in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in accordance with Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System requirements. Documents the detailed, targeted, initial history and physical examination required for evaluation in the electronic tool(s) required by VA. Responds to and completes consults received for the evaluation of infectious disease process, including: Performs a comprehensive, detailed, targeted, initial history and physical examination in compliance with national guidelines; orders diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, X-rays, electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other tests; consults other disciplines, as necessary, to complete the patient evaluation; carries out health promotion and disease prevention activities including education and shared decision-making. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized 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 Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Must possess valid state Driver's License. Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-03-16