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Gastroenterologist Supportive and Collaborative Workplace Culture Honolulu, HI
Are you a skilled Gastroenterologist seeking a meaningful career caring for our nation's Veterans? The VA Pacific Islands Health Care System in Honolulu, Hawaii, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join our dedicated team. Enjoy a mission-driven environment, outstanding federal benefits, and a balanced lifestyle in paradise.
About the VA's Mission
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to honoring America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. As a VA physician, you'll serve those who have served, making a lasting difference in the Honolulu Veteran community.
Position Overview
As a Gastroenterologist at Honolulu VA, you will provide comprehensive GI care, leveraging a fully integrated electronic health record and working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide outpatient and inpatient consultative gastroenterology care for a diverse panel of Veterans
Perform and interpret endoscopic procedures, including EGD, colonoscopy, and advanced interventions as credentialed
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage a broad range of digestive and liver diseases using evidence-based practices
Prescribe medications, order/interpret labs and imaging, and initiate consults to related specialties
Participate in the GI call schedule with shared after-hours and weekend responsibilities as negotiated
Collaborate with primary care, surgery, pathology, radiology, nursing, and specialty services for coordinated Veteran care
Educate, supervise, and mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and advanced practice providers
Participate in peer review, quality improvement initiatives, multidisciplinary meetings, and system redesign
Maintain timely, thorough clinical documentation in accordance with VA standards
Provide telehealth care as appropriate to improve access for Hawaii and Pacific Islands Veterans
Complete other duties as assigned by Chief of Gastroenterology or facility leadership
Achieve True Work-Life Harmony
Predictable scheduling and minimal on-call requirements
Generous paid time off: 26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 CME days annually
Flexible administrative support and robust clinical resources
Exceptional Benefits & Retirement Plans
Competitive salary: $340,000-$400,000 per year
Performance & recruitment bonuses, annual cost-of-living increases
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription plans (Day 1 eligibility)
Retirement Packages:
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Government pension plan
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): Personal retirement savings with up to 5% VA matching (distinct from pension)
Social Security benefits
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in tax-free loan repayment over five years (eligibility/location dependent)
Malpractice coverage: Free, including tail coverage
Continuing Medical Education (CME): Financial support and up to 5 CME days per year
Enjoy an Exceptional Quality of Life in Honolulu
Live and work in Honolulu, a tropical metropolitan city renowned for its beautiful beaches, multicultural community, top-rated schools, and access to year-round outdoor activities. Enjoy a relaxed, active lifestyle while making a true difference for Hawaii's Veterans.
Ready to Care for America's Heroes?
Join our Gastroenterology team and discover a fulfilling VA career defined by purpose, balance, and aloha. Apply today!
Please email your CV to .
Worksite address
honolulu, HI, 96814, US
Who can apply
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