Otolaryngology Physician

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)

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Join our ENT team for a rewarding, balanced career m