Providing essential, expert care to Veterans is not the only reward to be found when you choose to work as a gastroenterology physician at VA. No matter the role you choose—from direct patient care to research—we value you the way you value our Veterans.
Among the employment benefits you can earn when you bring your expertise to VA, you’ll find:
- 13 to 26 days of paid annual leave, 13 sick days annually, and 11 paid federal holidays.
- Change locations without losing benefits or salary.
- Comprehensive federal health insurance for life.
- Group life insurance for you and eligible family members.
- Free medical malpractice insurance for health care providers.
- Strong starting salaries, steady growth and incentives.
- Employment incentives, including recruitment and relocation bonuses, and retention allowances.
As for research, VA has significantly contributed to advancements in medical care for Veterans, and our work is often the pathway for new techniques and technology to be adopted in medical facilities worldwide. With that in mind, we support and encourage research because we know health care isn’t just about treating patients, but also about finding new ways to help people feel better, faster.
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If you’re intrigued by what we’ve shared above, visit VA Careers now to learn more about the rewards available when you choose to practice at VA.
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