Transplant Hepatologist

Transplant Hepatologist Needed at VA Pittsburgh Medical Center

**Eligible for up to $200k in student loan reimbursement and a hiring incentive/bonus **

The Pittsburgh VA Health Care System (VAPHS), among the most innovative and forward-looking in the nation, provides exceptional healthcare to our nation’s Veterans, trains America’s future healthcare providers, and conducts research that contributes to medical advancements. We are seeking a highly qualified Transplant Hepatologist to join our team.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Diagnosing and treating liver conditions
• Assessing eligibility for liver transplantation
• Overseeing both pre- and post-transplant care
• Educating medical students, residents, and GI and Transplant Hepatology fellows

Preferred Experience: Candidates should be board eligible or certified in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology, with accredited fellowship training in Gastroenterology, fellowship training in Transplant Hepatology as well as competence in general GI endoscopy.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible for up to $200k in student loan reimbursement

Hiring Incentive: Incentives are authorized for highly qualified candidates

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance:  Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Pittsburgh Highlights:

• Family-friendly city with low cost of living and affordable housing in green, beautiful neighborhoods
• Abundant historical/cultural sites and events including the Carnegie Museums (Art, Natural History, Science, and Andy Warhol), a multitude of other visual/performing arts institutions, and a lively music scene featuring local, national, and international stars.
• Plenty of outdoor activities with green parks for hiking/biking (Schenley Park, Frick Park, and Highland Park) and rivers for canoeing and kayaking.
• If you are a sports fan, Pittsburgh is home to the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates professional teams. 
• Pittsburgh International Airport for ease of travel to your other favorite destinations.

Interested candidates may responded with CVs:

Michael Hahn

Physician Recruitment

US Dept of Veterans Affairs

Pittsburgh VA Medical Center