Merced, California Primary Care Opportunity-GREAT BENEFITS!

Merced VA Outpatient Clinic – Merced, California

The Department of Veterans Affairs invites you to bring your clinical expertise and compassionate care to serve our nation’s heroes as a Primary Care Physician at the Merced VA Outpatient Clinic in Merced, California. This is more than a career—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have served while enjoying outstanding work-life balance, competitive benefits, and a vibrant community to call home.

Why Join Our Team?

• Mission-Driven Care: Be part of a mission to honor America’s Veterans by providing exceptional healthcare.
• Exceptional Support: Work with a collaborative and highly skilled team in a modern outpatient setting.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy predictable Monday-Friday clinic hours with no weekend or on-call requirements.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing medical education (CME) opportunities, leadership development, and career advancement within the VA system.

Position Highlights

• Veteran-Centered Care: Provide comprehensive primary care to a panel of adult Veterans, delivering personalized care in a supportive and team-based environment.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with an integrated team of professionals, including nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, and pharmacists.
• Advanced Tools: Leverage state-of-the-art resources and the VA’s integrated electronic medical records system (CPRS).
• Quality of Life: Focus on quality over volume with ample time to build relationships with your patients.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $225,000 - $300,000, based on education, experience, and market factors.
• Generous Benefits Package: Includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a robust federal retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 federal holidays.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible for tax-free student loan repayment of up to $200,000 (subject to program approval).
• CME Support: Annual stipend and paid time off for continuing medical education.

What Makes Merced Special?

Nestled in California’s Central Valley, Merced is often called the “Gateway to Yosemite.” This dynamic and growing community offers a unique blend of affordability, cultural diversity, and access to world-class outdoor adventures. Whether you’re exploring Yosemite National Park, hiking the Sierra Nevada Mountains, or enjoying water activities at Lake McClure, the area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

Merced is also home to the University of California, Merced, which brings a youthful energy and cutting-edge research to the region. With sunny weather year-round, local farmers’ markets, and a vibrant downtown filled with restaurants, shops, and entertainment, Merced offers the perfect balance of work and play.

Requirements

• Licensure: Unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• Board Certification/Eligibility: Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship (non-citizens may be considered in certain circumstances).
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Commitment: Dedication to providing high-quality, Veteran-focused care.

Join Our Mission

This is more than a job—it’s a calling. As part of the VA, you’ll have the honor of serving those who have selflessly served our country.

Start your journey with us. Join the VA family and make a difference in the lives of America’s heroes today!

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

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