Urologist for in Las Vegas (J1 and H1b

The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) is seeking to hire a BE/BC Urologist to join their team. The duties of a Urologist are related to the repair, reconstruction, or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the genitourinary tract of male and female urinary tract conditions as well as conditions affecting the male reproductive organs. It uses the foundation of surgical anatomy, physiology, pathology, and other basic sciences is fundamental to this specialty. The urologist's responsibilities include treating patients who have problems with their kidneys, adrenal glands, and bladders, and treating men who experience problems with their reproductive organs, prostate, and external genitalia to include:

Examining, diagnosing, and treating patient conditions and disorders of the genitourinary organs and tracts

Documenting and reviewing patients' histories

Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests

Using specialized equipment, such as X-rays, fluoroscopes, endoscopes, and catheters

Performing abdominal, pelvic, or retroperitoneal surgeries (open procedures, endourology, and minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic and robotic surgery) when necessary

Treating lower urinary tract dysfunctions

Prescribing and administering antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infections or injuries

Prescribing medications for patients with erectile dysfunction, infertility, or ejaculation problems

Providing Urology consultations or referring patients to specialists

Conducts and supervises direct patient care, including some non-surgical treatment options

Maintain confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations

Taking call for Urology emergencies

Collaboration with Providers for this and other specialties

Teaching of Residents and Fellows

Participation in all meetings and other initiatives of the respective Section, other Services, and the Hospital as a whole

Follow up with patients and provide appropriate medical care

Explain the risks and dangers of surgical procedures to patients

Follow-up in the outpatient and inpatient areas

Make sure that surgical equipment is adequate

Plans and executes disease prevention and health promotion programs

Exercises command of medical units as provided by law and regulations

Conduct medical research on new injuries or diseases, and conducts, supervises, and participates in medical education and training of other medical personnel

Participates in on-call schedule in a responsive and timely manner

Provides outpatient consultation and hospital consultation services

Maintains CME units based on the requirements of the specifying Board

Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and writing summaries

Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Schedule to be determined.

We offer:

Competitive pay based on training, experience, and local labor market

Relocation

Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year

Guaranteed salary increases

Licensure: 1 full & unrestricted active U.S. license

CME: $1,000/year and 5 days of paid absences for CME courses

Malpractice: VHA physicians are covered under federal tort laws

No employment contracts, noncompete clauses, or restrictive covenants

26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time; 11 paid federal holidays; 15 days military

Federal Retirement Plan

Separate 401K with partial agency match

Health Insurance (Dental & Vision supplemental insurance available)

Life Insurance

Nationwide Mobility - Relocate without loss of benefits, vacation, or pay

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP),a student loan payment reimbursement program up to $200,000

As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employees duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required exception from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

Full-Time