Department of Veterans Affairs
Seeking a Gastroenterologist to Care for Veterans in NC Sign On Bonus Authorized
Charlotte, NC
Job Highlights
The Salisbury VA HealthCare system is currently recruiting a 3 full-time Gastroenterologist who is proficient in general GI procedures (EGD and colonoscopy) and interested in hepatology or IBD for our Kernersville, Salisbury, and Charlotte, North Carolina locations.
Our facility utilizes 190 Olympus scopes and provides anesthesia on select days to support a comprehensive range of general gastrointestinal (GI) procedures.
Research Opportunity: Research can be explored for an appointment at WFBH. Fellows are not circulating in Kernersville currently. There are four fellows per year in Salisbury, NC.
Academic Affiliation: Atrium Health Wake Forest
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is impossible to recruit qualified citizens, in accordance with VA Policy.
Education: A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine is required.
Licensure: Candidates must possess a current, complete, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
Residency: Completion of a residency program in an accredited core specialty.
Board Certification: Candidates must be board-certified or board eligible. Must be eligible for academic appointment.
Experience: None required
Interested candidates, please send your CV to Physician Recruiter Annie Luckey at annie.luckey@va.gov.
About Department of Veterans Affairs
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.
Compensation Details
$300-400k
Benefits Salary Range: $300,000-$400,000 Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Work-Life Balance: Various flexible schedule options are available. This includes standard 8–10-hour workdays and compressed work schedules. Call Schedule: There is no call at Kernersville. It is an HCC. Can take calls at Salisbury VA Medical Center one day a week. Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by V.A. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting
Location Insights
A+
Overall
A
Access to Restaurants
A
Public Schools
A-
Access to Parks
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Commute
Total Population
11,937
Median Rent
$2,033
Median Home Value
$453,800
Median Income
$115,483
Posted January 27, 2026
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