Urologist Opportunity - San Antonio, Texas - great work/life balance
Department of Veterans Affairs | SAN ANTONIO, TX, USPosted 3 days ago
Description
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Are you a
compassionate and skilled Urologist
looking for a rewarding career with
excellent work-life balance
and
unparalleled benefits ?
Join the
South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS)
and make a real difference in the lives of our nation's heroes while advancing your career in a
supportive, collaborative environment .
Why Choose South Texas VA?
Meaningful Mission:
Provide high-quality care to Veterans with diverse urologic conditions.
Collaborative Team:
Work with
2 full-time MDs ,
1 part-time MD ,
3 Urology Residents ,
2 NPs , and
3 PAs .
Cutting-Edge Practice:
Utilize advanced techniques, including
robotic surgery
and minimally invasive procedures (expertise highly desired).
Academic Affiliation:
Teach and supervise learners from
UT Health San Antonio
with potential for
Adjunct Professor appointment .
Research Opportunities:
Engage in VA and national research projects.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Modern outpatient clinic with
4 procedure rooms
Convenient access to main operating room
Advanced technology for robotic and minimally invasive surgeries
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary:
$300,000 - $375,000 + performance pay up to $15,000
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP):
Up to $200,000 tax-free over 5 years ($40K/year)
Federal Retirement Plan (FERS)
+
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
with up to 5% match
Generous Paid Time Off:
26 days annual leave
13 sick days
11 federal holidays
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
under FEGLI
Annual CME Allowance
Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus
Work-Life Balance
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Call Coverage:
First call to on-call resident; backup home call shared among 3 providers (rare to be called in)
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive urologic care, including diagnosis and treatment of:
Urolithiasis
Voiding dysfunction
Prostate disorders
Erectile dysfunction
Urologic malignancies
Perform outpatient procedures:
cystoscopies ,
prostate biopsies ,
urodynamic studies
Participate in tumor boards, committees, and quality assurance programs
Supervise and teach residents and medical students
Maintain a caseload of
10-12 patients per day
Qualifications
MD/DO degree
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Urology
U.S. Citizenship
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to patient safety and High-Reliability Organization principles
Comfortable supervising and teaching learners
Why San Antonio?
Affordable cost of living
Excellent schools & universities
Rich cultural heritage ( Alamo ,
River Walk )
Year-round attractions:
Fiesta Festival ,
Six Flags ,
SeaWorld
Thriving food scene & arts community