Endocrinology, Endocrinologist - South Texas Veterans Health Care System (San Antonio, TX)

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Serve Those Who Served ??. Join a mission-driven team at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) and make a lasting impact on the lives of Americas Veteranswhile enjoying the vibrant culture and tax-friendly living of San Antonio, Texas.

Position Details \n

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• Type: Permanent, Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
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• Location: Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center, San Antonio, TX
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• Salary: $209,000$231,000 (Tier 1; based on experience and locality pay)
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• Incentives: Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200K), Relocation Assistance, Sign-On Bonus (pending approval)
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Why Choose VA \n

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• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Pension + Social Security + Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to 5% matching.
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• Generous Paid Time Off: 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays.
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• CME Support: $1,000 annually + 5 CME days.
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• Malpractice Coverage: Provided under Federal Tort Claims Act.
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• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and more.
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• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment.
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Clinical Responsibilities \n

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• Provide inpatient and outpatient Endocrinology consults and follow-up care.
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• Manage a wide range of endocrine disorders and diabetes using advanced technologies.
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• Perform and interpret specialized endocrine testing; thyroid ultrasound and nodule biopsy proficiency preferred.
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• Utilize multiple care modalities: in-person, VA Video Connect (telehealth), telephone, and e-consults.
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• Supervise and mentor fellows, residents, students, and mid-level providers.
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• Participate in Endocrinology fellowship education, quality improvement projects, and optional research.
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• Lead the Thyroid Procedure Clinic and direct the Thyroid Cancer Tumor Board.
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• Opportunity for Adjoint Faculty appointment at UT San Antonio Long School of Medicine.
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Work Environment \n

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• Setting: Combined inpatient and outpatient care at Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center; may include other STVHCS sites.
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• Team: 3 full-time Endocrinologists, 1 part-time Endocrinologist, 1 NP, 1 PA, and 2 Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists.
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• Facilities: State-of-the-art inpatient wards, infusion center, specialty clinics, radiology, pathology, metabolic testing, and two thyroid ultrasound machines.
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Schedule & Call \n

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• Tour of Duty: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM4:30 PM.
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• Call Coverage: ~4 months/year in 24-week increments.
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Why San Antonio\n

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• No state income taxkeep more of your earnings.
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• Affordable cost of living, mild winters, and year-round sunshine.
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• Family-friendly communities, excellent schools, and top universities.
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• Rich culture, thriving culinary scene, and the iconic River Walk.
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• Easy access to outdoor recreation and Texas Hill Country adventures.
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Candidate Requirements \n

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• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Endocrinology (Board Certification preferred).
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• S. Citizenship preferred; non-citizens considered if no qualified U.S. citizen available.
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• Recent graduates and current trainees encouraged to apply.
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• Thyroid expertise strongly desired (ultrasound, biopsies, complex thyroid cancer cases).
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Apply Today \n

Craig C. Rickaway
\n Human Resources Specialist Physician/Provider Recruiter
\n Email: [email protected]
\n Phone: 361-243-5560

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