Physician - Urologist

Veterans Health Administration • West Roxbury, MA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Urology at the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHCS) is seeking an academically oriented staff urologist with expertise in Endourology, with particular focus on the evaluation and management of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong academic record supported by evidence of teaching, research activity, and peer-reviewed publications within the field of Urology. Prior leadership experience is beneficial and will be considered favorably. This position is primarily centered on Endourology but also offers opportunities to expand and contribute to additional subspecialty areas within Urology, including minimally invasive and laparoscopic/robotic surgery, as well as pathways for leadership growth within the service. Clinical responsibilities will also include general urology coverage and participation in call, ensuring broad and comprehensive clinical exposure.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• 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.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Board eligible in Urology.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership experience is beneficial and will be considered favorably.
• Fellowship in Endourology or minimally invasive/robotic surgery preferred.
• Board Certification in Urology Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with the full range of urologic conditions, both benign and malignant.
• Perform minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical procedures.
• Provide outpatient and inpatient urologic consultations and follow-up care.
• Participate in general urology call coverage.
• Conduct comprehensive histories and physical examinations for urology patients.
• Teach and supervise residents, fellows, and trainees; participate in research and academic activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality Veteran care.

Benefits

• 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)
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree