Physician - Gynecologic Surgeon

About the Role

The Physician – Gynecologic Surgeon works within an interdisciplinary team of physicians, physician extenders, technicians, and administrative staff, reporting to the Chief of Surgery. The incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive surgical and clinical services, supervising residents when applicable, and adhering to departmental policies in the Department of Surgery/Gynecology.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA policy).
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year of graduation.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty program leading to eligibility for board certification. Acceptable pathways include:
  • Accredited residency (ACGME or AOA) as listed for the year of completion.
  • One year of post‑medical‑school training (internship or transitional year) followed by two years of independent practice under a full license.
  • Non‑U.S. residency followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (U.S. fellowships count toward this requirement).
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Exceptions may be granted for residents in accredited programs (Physician Resident Providers) or surgery residents in gap years, subject to approval by the Facility Director and VISN leadership.

Preferred Experience

• Board certified or board eligible in Gynecologic Surgery.
• Laparoscopic and robotic surgical experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 – Employee Occupational Health Service for detailed physical‑ability requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, plus up to 5 days for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % VA contributions.
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care coverage (many plans portable into retirement).
• CME support: Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement (full‑time, board‑certified physicians).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain privileges and practice within the specialty field.
• Provide compassionate, appropriate, and effective patient care across the continuum—from health promotion and disease prevention to treatment and end‑of‑life care.
• Demonstrate up‑to‑date medical and clinical knowledge and apply it to patient care and education of others.
• Use scientific evidence and practice‑based learning to evaluate and improve patient outcomes.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster professional relationships with patients, families, and the health‑care team.
• Uphold professionalism, continuous development, ethical practice, cultural sensitivity, and responsibility toward patients and the profession.
• Understand and apply systems‑based practice to optimize health‑care delivery.
• Perform the full range of gynecologic surgical procedures, including laparoscopic, robotic, and hysteroscopic surgeries, as well as in‑office procedures such as LARC insertion, vulvar and endometrial biopsies, colposcopy, LEEP, pessary fittings, and hysteroscopy.
• Provide care tailored to female veterans, including expertise in PTSD and military sexual trauma (MST) management.
• Utilize assigned operating‑room block time and scheduled clinic sessions effectively.
• Complete timely and accurate medical‑record documentation, including CPRS entries and annual TMS training.
• Manage clinical workflow, including open encounters, consults, and clinic productivity metrics, while participating in quality‑ and safety‑improvement initiatives.

Work Schedule

Part‑time position with variable hours; specific schedule to be discussed during the interview process.