Physician (Urology)

Job Description

Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Health Administration

Orlando Veterans Health Administration

Summary
The Orlando VA Healthcare System’s Surgery Service is seeking a skilled and motivated General Operative Urologist to join our team. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and contributing to the advancement of a VA academic hospital program. We value excellent communicators and collaborative team players who can adapt to the evolving needs of a growing medical center.

Position Highlights:

• Open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. (non-citizens may be considered if qualified citizens cannot be recruited)
• Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) with potential student loan reimbursement up to $200,000
• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses and regular increases
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, retirement plans, federal health and life insurance, CME reimbursement, and malpractice coverage
• No employment contract required and no significant moonlighting restrictions

Primary Duties:

• Provide expert evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex genitourinary conditions
• Perform a full range of adult urological surgeries including lesion treatment, biopsies, laser procedures, stent insertion, and surgeries involving the prostate, bladder, and penile structures
• Conduct preoperative assessments and deliver urology-related patient care across multiple settings including operating rooms, ICUs, wards, and outpatient clinics
• Participate in program development and help establish standards to ensure high-quality urological care
• Provide on-call coverage as needed

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (alternate schedules, including four 10-hour days, may be available based on facility needs)

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Completed residency training in Urology approved by the VA or equivalent certification
• Board certification in General Operative Urology preferred
• Proficiency in spoken and written English

Additional Information:

• This is an Excepted Service position that does not confer competitive status
• The position remains open until filled, with weekly application reviews
• VA encourages applications from Veterans, persons with disabilities, and all qualified candidates
• Applicants will undergo pre-employment screening including background checks and drug testing

For detailed information on benefits, application instructions, and eligibility criteria, please refer to the full job announcement.