Physician- Orthopedic Surgeon, VHA Healthcare Chico, CA at Department of Veterans Affairs - Chico, California | Job Transparency - Job Transparency | Find Your Dream Job with Full Salary Transparency

VA Northern California Health Care System is looking for an Orthopedic Physician to serve Veterans at the Chico VA Outpatient Clinic as office-based orthopedic surgeon.

The physician participates in all aspects of outpatient care including: outpatient orthopedic care (invasive and noninvasive) to all scheduled and limited walk-in patients, providing the patient with risks, benefits, and alternative treatments and obtaining informed consent from the patient or guardian before conducting invasive procedures as dictated by policy and best medical practices.

The physician is accountable to the Chief of Orthopedics under the Surgical Services Department and is responsible for managing the most effective delivery of state-of-the-art local outpatient orthopedic care including consult/referral review, triage and forwarding/initiating of referrals/consults as clinically indicated.
Salary Range: $347,000-$390,000
Pay For Performance up to $15,000 per year!

Candidates must: 1) be a US citizen, (green card, or visa eligible) 2) possess a current, full, unrestricted medical license in any state and 3) board certification.

INCENTIVES: Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) offers up to $200,000 over 5-years, tax-free and/or Recruitment Incentive with minimum 3-year service obligation. Recruitment/ relocation may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

BENEFITS: 208 hours (5.2 weeks) paid vacation (full-time physicians earn 8 hours each pay period upon employment/part-time physicians earn 1 hour of vacation leave for every 10 hours worked); 104 hours (2.6 weeks) paid sick leave (full-time physicians earn 4 hours pay period upon employment, no cap) /part-time physicians earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 20 hours worked); 11 paid Federal holidays (any time clinics are closed you get time-off with pay and does not come out of paid vacation); Competitive Salary; Annual Physician Performance Pay; Malpractice protection with tail coverage covered by the Federal government; CME- 1 week paid authorized absence to attend and after 1 year of employment $1,000 per year stipend toward CME if BC (does not come out of paid vacation/time is prorated for part-time staff); No Physician Employment Contract; no significant restriction on moonlighting

Chico is just two hours north of the state capital, tucked away among rice fields and almond orchards, is a little oasis: Chico, California. Chico is most known for being home to Chico State—one of California’s first state universities—which was established in 1887. Chico is a vibrant and welcoming city for residents and guests. Located in the wide-open spaces of Butte County, Chico combines natural beauty with a lively community, making it an ideal place to live and play. Surrounded by breathtaking views, rolling hills, rocky cliffs, the Sacramento River, Feather River, and Butte Creek, Chico is a gateway to a huge variety of outdoor recreational activities. Chico also is home to one of the largest municipal parks in the United States. With its vast trails and outdoor recreational opportunities, Bidwell Park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts who want to go hiking, mountain biking, swimming, horseback riding, rock climbing, or take a picnic and simply enjoy the park’s natural beauty. The Chico community provides such a fulfilling and enriching experience, it’s no wonder many people are drawn to this charming city—and that so few ever want to leave.

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