The Asheville VA HealthCare System has a job opportunity - Recruiting for Physician - Rheumatology. Come join the team

1. Position: Physician Rheumatology
2. Salary: $121,020 - $300,000
3. Who May Apply: U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy.
4. Location: Asheville, NC

Why Asheville?

The mission of the Charles George VA Medical Center and clinics is to make a positive difference to the lives of the Veterans we serve by providing compassionate, comprehensive, and quality healthcare. VA Asheville health care serves Veterans living in a 23-county area in western North Carolina. Facilities include our medical center in Asheville and 3 outpatient clinics. We also offer long-term care at our community living center (nursing home) and at our medical center. VA Asheville Healthcare System offers a wide range of health, support, and facility services for Veterans in western North Carolina.

1. Job Description

Current staffing: 1Staff MD.

1. Outpatient clinic.
2. No Call Required
3. Highlights of this position include:
4. Daily schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30pm.
5. 15k relocation/recruitment
6. Additional requirements:
7. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
8. No Call Required.

Top 5 reasons to work for the VA:

1. Mission to Serve our Nation's Heroes - the best patients in the world: “To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors.” With these words President Lincoln affirmed the government's obligation to care for those injured during war and to provide for the families of those who perish on the battlefield.

2. The VA offers physicians and all employees industry-leading full benefits and features a package to support high quality professional practice & a favorable work-life-family balance. Paid Time Off in the form of 26 Days paid annual leave, 13 Days paid sick leave per year, 11 Federal holidays with pay, and 5-Day paid absence to attend approved Continued Medical Education (CME). VA offers a predictable work schedule and focuses on quality rather than volume.

3. Federal Retirement Plans through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) - 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, with up to five percent government matching. Additionally, VA offers Insurance to include Health-Dental-Vision care insurance programs to choose from with premiums partially paid by VA; Flexible Spending Accounts; Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available at the cost shared by the Federal Government; and long-term care insurance is available as an option.

4. Pay Flexibilities Regular market pay reviews, sign on bonus, up to $15,000 in Annual Performance bonus.

5. Malpractice Insurance VA physicians are covered under the Federal Tort Claims Act - 28 U.S.C. § 1346 and 28 U.S.C § 2671. Medical personnel have statutory immunity from “individual” malpractice liability while acting within the scope of employment; a VA physician cannot be sued in civil court for a malpractice (tort) claim.

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.