Gastroenterologist

The Poplar Bluff, MO the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time staff physician in Gastroenterology. Care for Veterans in a clinical setting by providing treating, diagnosing and managing patients referred for management of GI disorders that include liver disease, Hepatitis C, and liver transplants based on standard and customary methods and techniques. Join our staff of friendly and competent GI staff performing lower GI endoscopies; executing consultation on inputs and community living centers and answering consults. Seeking BC/BE in Gastroenterology, U.S., green card or non-citizens with full and unrestricted medical license from any state.

Typical day: 8:00am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Absolutely NO call; consulted for emergencies and no need to come in on weekends. The average patient procedure case load is between 6-8 a day. In the Hepatology and GI clinic setting may see about 10-12 patients a day maximum where we treat Hep B & C patients. We are a non-academic facility; however, we do receive and teach students from the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine from neighboring Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Location: "The Gateway to the Ozarks" is the typical name for Poplar Bluff, Missouri. We are a mid-size small town with many attractions, shopping and lots recreational & leisurely things to do. The closest international airport is in St. Louis, MO and Memphis, TN.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• ANNUAL SALARY: $350K - $400K (negotiable) + annual performance bonus up to additional $15K + full benefits below
• LICENSURE: 1 Full and unrestricted license from any US State is permissible to work at this facility
• CME: $1,000 per year stipend for reimbursement + 1 week paid authorized absence to attend (subject to budget availability)
• MALPRACTICE: Liability protection with tail coverage provided

Whether you’re interested in academics, research, or a better work/life balance, you’ll find the VA has a lot to offer, including the unmatched satisfaction you’ll get from caring for those who have served our country. In addition to competitive pay and liability protection, the VA also offers a robust benefits plan that includes:
Paid time off, including:

• 208 hours (5.2 weeks) paid annual leave - accrual starting on your first day
• 104 hours (2.6 weeks) paid sick leave - accrual starting on your first day (no limit on accrual)
• 11 paid federal holidays

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government.
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits; 2) FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension); and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 8.3% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 12.7% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2015, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $18,000, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $24,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years’ service

John J. Pershing VA Medical Center is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.