🌟 Join Our Gastroenterology Team - Serve America’s Heroes

🌟 Join Our Gastroenterology Team – Serve America's Heroes!

🩺 About the Opportunity

Are you a dedicated and skilled Gastroenterologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in the lives of Veterans?

Join the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) in San Antonio, TX, the fastest-growing VA in the nation, and become part of a team committed to excellence, education, and innovation.

✅ Position Highlights

✔ Provide compassionate, comprehensive care for GI and hepatology patients
✔ Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
✔ Participate in educational programs, quality assurance initiatives, and clinical research
✔ Collaborate with an interprofessional team of 8 physicians, 3 APPs, 2 RNs, and a fully staffed endoscopy suite
✔ Work in state-of-the-art facilities with Olympus endoscopes and modern endoscopy suites

🏥 Facilities & Academic Affiliation

• Endoscopy suites at Audie Murphy Hospital and ambulatory surgery center
• Affiliation with UT Health San Antonio for teaching and research
• Opportunities for adjunct faculty appointment and scholarly activities

✅ VA Physician Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• MD or DO degree from accredited institution (or ECFMG-certified foreign equivalent)
• Full, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Residency Training: Completion of ACGME-approved program
• Board Certification/Eligibility: Gastroenterology & Hepatology
• English Proficiency
• Must meet VA physical standards and pass background/security clearance

💰 Compensation & Incentives

• Salary: $380,000 – $400,000 annually
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP):
  ✔ Up to $40,000 per year tax-free for 5 years
  ✔ Total up to $200,000 toward student loan repayment
• Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus

🎁 Benefits That Make a Difference

• Work-Life Balance:
  ✔ Limited call (approx. 6 weeks/year)
  ✔ Flexible scheduling options
  ✔ 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays
• Retirement Security:
  ✔ Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) – pension plan
  ✔ Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) – 401(k)-style plan with up to 5% matching
• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life
• Annual CME Allowance
• Malpractice Coverage: Fully covered by VA

🌆 Why San Antonio?

• Affordable cost of living & no state income tax
• Rich cultural heritage (Alamo, River Walk)
• Year-round attractions: Fiesta Festival, Six Flags, SeaWorld
• Thriving food scene & arts community
• Family-friendly neighborhoods & excellent schools

👉 Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and join a team that values excellence, respect, and commitment to our nation's heroes!
[Click Here to Apply] or email [Recruiter Contact Info] for more details.

**Equal Opportunity Employer

STVHCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.**

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.