Staff Physician (Endocrinology) - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive Authorized

About the role

Provides high-quality, patient-centered specialty care for Veterans while supporting administrative, educational, and, when applicable, research missions.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care
• Inpatient and consult coverage
• Clinical documentation
• Quality and safety oversight
• Trainee supervision
• Staff collaboration
• Regulatory compliance
• Privacy protection
• Participation in leadership, peer review, process improvement, and customer service activities

Requirements

All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. This vacancy announcement is open to current employees of the Department of Veterans' Affairs and U.S. Citizens, but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

This is an Open Continuous Announcement (OCA). Applications will expire after 90 days. Applications will be reviewed beginning June 16, 2026 and as needed through the date of closure.

Located in San Antonio, Texas, the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans' Hospital offers the opportunity to serve Veterans in one of the nation's most military-connected communities. Known as "Military City USA," San Antonio blends a strong health care and academic environment with rich history, cultural diversity, and an exceptional quality of life. The city is home to the Alamo, the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the River Walk, the Pearl District, major family attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, and a nationally recognized culinary scene as both a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and the Culinary Capital of Texas. San Antonio also benefits from a strong regional economy, major employers, no state income tax, and a welcoming community deeply committed to service members, Veterans, and their families.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Board Certified in Endocrinology
• 3 years experience participating in an endocrinology academic fellowship program
• 3 years experience as an endocrinology staff physician