Physician (Gastroenterology)

Summary The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. Please refer to Required Documents below. Miami VA is recruiting a Gastroenterologist with experience in advanced endoscopy, general gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, or GI motility within the Gastroenterology/Hepatology department. We are a Tier 1b academic VA referral center that incorporates high quality clinical work, exceptional research opportunities and teaching in a highly collegial work environment. Responsibilities This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until September 3, 2026, or until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Eligible applicants will be referred bi-weekly beginning March 13, 2026 until a selection is made. 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) and 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. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at if you have any questions or concerns. Learn more. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized 20% with a one-year service agreement for highly qualified candidates. 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 The Miami VA Health System (MVAHCS) is seeking a gastroenterologist eager to practice clinical medicine in an academic teaching environment. MVAHCS is a core teaching affiliate of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; medical students, residents, and fellows rotate at our facility. Protected time for research and administration can be offered for exceptional candidates. The candidate must be committed to quality patient care and teaching related to GI and liver disorders. For the advanced endoscopy specialist, proficiency in EUS, and ERCP is required. Third space endoscopy is desirable but not mandatory. Excellent facilities and equipment are in place. Our GI service provides some remote care through telehealth and video visits. The physician will participate in the education and supervision of house staff including GI fellows, residents, and medical students. There are numerous opportunities for exceptional clinical research and collaboration in research projects. This is a wonderful opportunity to live in beautiful South Florida and practice high-quality academic medicine in an ethical environment with dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic trainees. Academic opportunities with work life balance are hard to come by in South Florida Duties include, but are not limited to: Works in out-patient clinics as assigned for treatment of gastroenterological/liver-related and other conditions. Performs History and physicals on all assigned patients. Participates in (Gastro) Clinics and/or manages independent clinic. Provides Patient and family communication and education as necessary. Participates in education of medical and (Gastro) residents and nursing staff. Responds rapidly in emergency situations and keeps medical staff informed of all changes in a patients' condition. Consistently demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and treating (Gastro) patients and performing diagnostic tests. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday- 8:00 Am - 4:30 PM (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs). 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. Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-04-04