Job Description
What the job is
This is a job for a Primary Care Doctor at the Veterans Health Administration in Las Vegas, Nevada. You will provide medical care to veterans and may qualify for student loan repayment of up to $200,000.
What you will do
- Provide full primary care to adult patients, treating both short-term and long-term illnesses.
- Work with a team of nurses, social workers, and other healthcare staff to give the best care.
- Teach patients and their families about staying healthy and managing diseases.
- Keep detailed records of all patient visits, treatments, and plans.
- Use data to improve care and follow the latest medical practices.
- Stay updated with medical training and education.
What you need
- Must be a U.S. citizen (or meet special rules for non-citizens).
- Must have a full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state.
- Must pass a drug test, background check, and physical exam.
- Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
- Must follow VA rules, including getting a flu shot each year.
- Must register for Selective Service if male and born after 12/31/1959.
What you will get
- Salary between $230,000 and $260,000 per year, with bonuses and regular raises.
- Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment if you qualify (must apply within 4 months of starting).
- 50-55 paid days off per year (vacation, sick leave, holidays, and possible extra days for training).
- Federal pension after 5 years, 401K with VA contributions up to 5%.
- Health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance.
- Free malpractice insurance.
- Possible $1,000 per year for continuing medical education if full-time and board-certified.