General Surgeon

The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is seeking a passionate General Surgeon to join the team at the Biloxi VA Medical Center. In this role, you will provide high-quality healthcare directly to Veterans in a modern, well-equipped outpatient setting while enjoying a collaborative work environment. Physicians benefit from a balanced lifestyle with competitive federal benefits and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our nation's heroes.

Practice Info

• Outpatient environment at the Biloxi VA Medical Center
• Modern, well-equipped setting providing primary care, mental health services, and specialty care
• Part of the larger Gulf Coast VA system serving Veterans across Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida

Shift & Schedule

• Permanent full-time position with flexible scheduling based on facility needs
• Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm with on-call responsibilities every 3rd weekend

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets and evaluates clinical data for the purpose of determining diagnosis and clinical status, correcting diagnosis when necessary
• Serves as a mentor for fellows, residents, trainees, students, other employees, and interacts with academic affiliates as needed
• Selects, develops, and conducts literature research on researchable problems that are relevant to the health care of veterans and has a reasonable expectation of successful conclusion
• Utilize assessment skills to promptly exam new patients thoroughly using appropriate clinical, laboratory, and other pertinent data, providing follow-up when indicated
• Demonstrates accuracy of judgment in and assisting with professional/administrative actions while balancing administrative tasks with patient care
• Demonstrates adherence to personal and professional obligations and responsibilities in carrying out assignments and keeping appointments
• Collaborates and coordinates with staff members to stimulate and participate in the team approach to problems while complying with Medical Staff Bylaws

Compensation

• Salary $300,000 - $400,000
• Possible relocation incentive for highly qualified candidates

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME)
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
• Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance
• Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service with federal employers

Qualifications

• No visa sponsorship available
• Board certification required for CME reimbursement eligibility