Serve Those Who Served Our Nation—Join the VA Team in San Antonio, Texas!

Are you a dedicated Anesthesiologist with Critical Care certification seeking a rewarding career with a perfect work-life balance, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of Veterans? Look no further! The South Texas VA Medical Center in the vibrant city of San Antonio, Texas is calling YOU!

About the Location:

• Location: San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio offers a unique blend of historic charm, modern amenities, fantastic green spaces, and a dynamic cultural scene. Home to the iconic Alamo, the picturesque River Walk, and renowned culinary experiences, San Antonio perfectly balances professional growth and personal enrichment.

Opportunity Details:

• Opportunity Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Number of FTEs Needed: 1
• Provider/Allied Health Specialty Sought: MD/DO
• Current Department Staffing: 12
• Non-Citizens Considered: No

Opportunity Highlights:

The Anesthesiologist will be responsible for providing the most effective delivery of anesthetic care throughout the hospital while meeting and exceeding compliance standards. The key responsibilities include:

• Delivering a comprehensive range of anesthetic care to patients, including pre-operative assessment, intra-operative anesthetic administration, and post-anesthesia care.
• Working in all functional areas of the OR, PACU, ICU, ward, and clinic settings as needed.
• Conducting examinations, obtaining medical history, and using diagnostic tests to determine surgical risks.
• Administering anesthesia or sedation during procedures using various methods.
• Coordinating anesthetics with surgeons and providing life support and airway management as required.
• Making decisions about post-surgery patient stabilization and recovery.

Candidate Preferences (Basic/Preferred Qualifications):

• Critical Care Certified

Compensation and Incentives:

• Proposed Compensation Range: $390,000 - $400,000
• Incentives Offered: Relocation Assistance, Sign-on Incentive
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Receive up to $40,000 per year tax-free for up to 5 years to reduce education debt, totaling up to $200,000.

Additional Details:

• Call Coverage: Yes, 1 week a month.
• Academic Affiliation: No faculty appointment available.
• Practice Environment/Description: Inpatient/Outpatient
• Current Trainees/Recent Grads Considered: Recent Graduates Yes / Current Trainees No
• Work Schedule/Tour of Duty: Mon-Fri, 6:30 am-3:00 pm plus call during the week and weekend.

Why the VA?

As part of the VA family, you'll provide premier care to those who have courageously served our country. Our commitment goes beyond healthcare; we ensure our physicians thrive with an outstanding work-life balance and a plethora of benefits, including:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous time off including federal holidays, 26 days of annual leave, 13 sick days, and 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement Benefits: Secure your future with our robust retirement plans:
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): A 401(k)-like, tax-deferred savings plan with up to 5% government matching.
• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Offers a pension plan guaranteeing a lifetime income.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Receive up to $40,000 per year tax-free for up to 5 years to reduce education debt, totaling up to $200,000.

VA Physician Qualifications:

To be eligible to serve as a VA physician, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Licensure and Registration: 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.
• Education: A degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• 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.
• Board Certification: Must be board eligible or board certified in anesthesiology and critical care.
• Proficiency in English: Physicians must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as a VA physician.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in the heart of Texas, in San Antonio, and experience a fulfilling career delivering exceptional care to those who have served. Apply today and be part of a team that values excellence, respect, and commitment to our nation's heroes.