Physician - Urologist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Basic Requirements
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) (b) OR (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs)
PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-based basis
PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
PRPs are to have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Urology
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
A physical examination prior to placement is required
This is a designated drug testing position
After appointment you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
Pushing (approx 2 hours)
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers and both hands
Walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
Hearing aid is permitted
Duties
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until June 15 - 2026
The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be April 15 - 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks
Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Pay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off 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 VA
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 US State or territory
CME: Possible $1000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Work Schedule: To be determined by your supervisor
The duties of a Urologist are related to the repair-reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the genitourinary tract of male and female urinary tract conditions as well as conditions affecting the male reproductive organs
It uses the foundation of surgical anatomy - physiology - pathology - and other basic sciences as fundamental to this specialty
The urologist’s responsibilities include treating patients who have problems with their kidneys, adrenal glands, and bladders
Treating men who experience problems with their reproductive organs, prostate, and external genitalia
Examining, diagnosing, and treating patient conditions and disorders of the genitourinary organs and tracts
Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests
Using specialized equipment such as X-rays, fluoroscopes, endoscopes, and catheters
Performing abdominal, pelvic, or retroperitoneal surgeries (open procedures, endourology, and minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic and robotic surgery) when necessary
Treating lower urinary tract dysfunctions
Prescribing and administering antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infections or injuries
Prescribing medications for patients with erectile dysfunction, infertility, or ejaculation problems
Providing Urology consultations or referring patients to specialists
Conducting and supervising direct patient care including some non-surgical treatment options
Follow up with patients and provide appropriate medical care
Explaining the risks and dangers of surgical procedures to patients
Planning and executing disease prevention and health promotion programs
Exercising command of medical units as provided by law and regulations
Conducting medical research on new injuries or diseases and participating in medical education and training of other medical personnel
Participation in on-call schedule in a responsive and timely manner
Providing outpatient consultation and hospital consultation services
Maintaining CME units based on the requirements of the specifying board
Maintaining historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and writing summaries
Enhancing department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Teaching residents and fellows
Participation in all meetings and other initiatives of the respective section, other services, and the hospital as a whole
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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Basic Requirements
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) (b) OR (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs)
PRPs must be fully licensed physicians and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-based basis
PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
PRPs are to have a scope of practice that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Urology
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
A physical examination prior to placement is required
This is a designated drug testing position
After appointment you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
Pushing (approx 2 hours)
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers and both hands
Walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
Hearing aid is permitted
Duties
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until June 15 - 2026
The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be April 15 - 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks
Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
VHA Physician Total Rewards
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Pay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off 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 VA
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 US State or territory
CME: Possible $1000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Work Schedule: To be determined by your supervisor
The duties of a Urologist are related to the repair-reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the genitourinary tract of male and female urinary tract conditions as well as conditions affecting the male reproductive organs
It uses the foundation of surgical anatomy - physiology - pathology - and other basic sciences as fundamental to this specialty
The urologist’s responsibilities include treating patients who have problems with their kidneys, adrenal glands, and bladders
Treating men who experience problems with their reproductive organs, prostate, and external genitalia
Examining, diagnosing, and treating patient conditions and disorders of the genitourinary organs and tracts
Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests
Using specialized equipment such as X-rays, fluoroscopes, endoscopes, and catheters
Performing abdominal, pelvic, or retroperitoneal surgeries (open procedures, endourology, and minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic and robotic surgery) when necessary
Treating lower urinary tract dysfunctions
Prescribing and administering antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infections or injuries
Prescribing medications for patients with erectile dysfunction, infertility, or ejaculation problems
Providing Urology consultations or referring patients to specialists
Conducting and supervising direct patient care including some non-surgical treatment options
Follow up with patients and provide appropriate medical care
Explaining the risks and dangers of surgical procedures to patients
Planning and executing disease prevention and health promotion programs
Exercising command of medical units as provided by law and regulations
Conducting medical research on new injuries or diseases and participating in medical education and training of other medical personnel
Participation in on-call schedule in a responsive and timely manner
Providing outpatient consultation and hospital consultation services
Maintaining CME units based on the requirements of the specifying board
Maintaining historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and writing summaries
Enhancing department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Teaching residents and fellows
Participation in all meetings and other initiatives of the respective section, other services, and the hospital as a whole
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