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 part of the nation s largest integrated health care system, VA physicians fulfill a noble calling to serve those who have served our country.
Position Overview
As an Otolaryngologist (ENT) at the VA, you will provide a full spectrum of ENT surgical and medical care for Veterans. You ll work in a collegial, multidisciplinary environment with a strong focus on patient-centered outcomes, education, and work-life balance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients with diseases requiring ENT surgery and/or treatment for palliation or cure
- Screen and triage both inpatients and outpatients to determine further care needs
- Perform initial histories, physical exams, and a range of major/minor surgical procedures
- Prescribe medications and order diagnostic studies such as labs, x-rays, EKGs, CT scans
- Provide robust educational instruction for UCSF Fresno residents/fellows, ensuring curriculum requirements are met
- Communicate clearly and courteously with all patients, visitors, staff, and colleagues
- Actively support the medical center and service missions, modeling professionalism and respect in all interactions
- Engage in patient and family education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and participate in quality improvement
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
Benefits & Retirement
- Salary: $335,000 $365,000 with potential bonuses
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans (immediate eligibility)
- Retirement:
- Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Government-backed pension
- Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): Retirement savings with up to 5% VA match (separate from pension)
- Social Security benefits
- Malpractice coverage (with tail)
- Paid Leave: 26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, up to 5 CME days
- Paid CME and up to $200,000 EDRP (loan repayment, site/location dependent)
Ready to Care for America s Heroes?
Join our ENT team for a rewarding, balanced career m
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