Primary Care/Women's Health Physician - South Texas VA, San Antonio

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physician seeking a rewarding career providing comprehensive primary care to women? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of those who served our country? The South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a full-time Primary Care/Women's Health Physician to join our team at the Northwest Health Care Clinic.

About the Opportunity:

As a member of our Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), you will manage a panel of women Veterans, providing gender-specific care and addressing their unique health needs. This includes:

• Focused gender-specific history and physical examinations
• Pelvic and clinical breast examinations
• Cervical cancer screening
• Expanded health education related to age and health status
• HPV vaccine and sexually transmitted infection/disease management
• Preconception counseling and family planning
• Breast and cervical cancer screenings
• Menopause management
• Pelvic floor function/incontinence management
• Appropriate referrals to specialty services (Mental Health, GYN, Pelvic Floor Therapy, Mammography, etc.)

Your Responsibilities:

• Complete Designated Women's Health training and provide comprehensive care to women Veterans.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical, physical, and psychosocial needs.
• Obtain and document comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Formulate and record diagnostic impressions.
• Manage chronic and minor acute medical problems.
• Provide medical advice to patients and families.
• Document patient care in the electronic health record (CPRS).
• Enter orders for medications, consults, and testing.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $220,000 - $275,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5 days for CME)
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (portable into retirement)
• Free liability protection with tail coverage
• Incentives:
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) may be authorized for highly qualified candidates
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility.  Up to $200,000 Tax Free for qualified student loans.  $40,000 per year for up to 5 years. 
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (full-time, board-certified)
• Work-Life Balance:
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Alternate work schedules may be considered
• No call coverage
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Qualifications:

• MD/DO degree
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• Strong interest in Women's Health

Preferred Experiences:

• Experience after training
• Recent Primary Care experience
• Experience with Veterans Affairs or DOD
• Women's Health experience

Why San Antonio, Texas?

San Antonio offers a unique blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and modern amenities. Enjoy:

• No State Income Tax: Maximize your earnings in tax-free Texas!
• Affordable Cost of Living: Enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank.
• Delicious Cuisine: From Tex-Mex to world-class dining, San Antonio is a foodie's paradise.
• Rich History and Culture: Explore the Alamo, the Riverwalk, and numerous historical sites.
• Outdoor Activities: Enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, and more in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.
• Family-Friendly Environment: Top-rated schools, numerous parks, and attractions for all ages.

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated and compassionate physician seeking a fulfilling career serving women Veterans, we encourage you to apply! This is an exceptional opportunity to make a difference in the lives of women who have served our country while enjoying a fantastic quality of life in San Antonio, Texas.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• 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-RAE 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 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% 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 2020, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $19,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $25,500.
• 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

South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) is comprised of two inpatient campuses: the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital in San Antonio and the Kerrville VA Hospital in Kerrville, Texas. STVHCS serves one of the largest primary service areas in the nation and is part of the VA Heart of Texas Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 17), with offices located in Arlington, Texas. South Texas provides health care services for 80,000 unique Veterans. The Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital (ALMMVH), named after the nation’s most decorated World War II hero, is a quaternary care facility, which is affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA). Comprehensive health care is provided through acute medical, surgical, mental health, physical medicine and rehabilitation, geriatric, and primary care services. Comprised of a Spinal Cord Injury Center, a Community Living Center, a Domiciliary, and a Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP). ALMMVH provides quaternary services including bone marrow transplantation, open-heart surgery, magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography. As a Level II Research facility ALMMVH has projects that include aging, cardiac surgery, cancer, diabetes and HIV. The facility has one of three National Institutes of Health sponsored clinical research centers in the VA. In addition, the Geriatric Research, Education & Clinical Center (GRECC) is a “Center of Excellence.” The Kerrville VA Hospital (KVAH), located 65 miles northwest of San Antonio, provides primary care, some specialty care, geriatric evaluation and management, palliative care, and long-term care services with a Community Living Center. Outpatient clinics offer primary care and some specialty care while sharing resources with each other and their respective communities. When required, Veterans are referred to ALMMVH or KVAH for specialty care including medicine, surgery, neuropsychiatry, rehabilitation, spinal cord injury, and long-term care services.