Physician - Gastroenterology

Are you a skilled Gastroenterologist seeking a meaningful career caring for our nations 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 VAs Mission
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to honoring Americas Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. As a VA physician, youll 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 Hawaiis Veterans.

Ready to Care for Americas Heroes?
Join our Gastroenterology team and discover a fulfilling VA career defined by purpose, balance, and aloha. Apply today!

Please email your CV to [email protected].