Physician- Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterologist Physician

VA Finger Lakes Health Care System
Rochester Community Based Outpatient Clinic
Location: 260 Calkins Rd, Rochester, NY 14623

Position Overview

The VA Finger Lakes Health Care System seeks a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to provide specialized digestive health services to our Veterans. This position offers the opportunity to serve those who have served our nation while working in a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive gastroenterology services to VA beneficiaries on-site

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures

• Manage and treat digestive system disorders including but not limited to:

• Inflammatory bowel disease

• Liver disease

• GERD and other esophageal disorders

• Colorectal cancer screening and prevention

• Collaborate with primary care physicians and other specialists

• Maintain accurate medical documentation in accordance with VA standards

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives

• Provide consultation services as requested

Required Qualifications

Licensure:

• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States, or District of Columbia

• No history of restricted, suspended, revoked, voluntarily surrendered, or denied medical licenses

Board Certification:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology subspecialty by the ABIM

Additional Certifications:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or equivalency

• Must maintain all continuing education requirements for board certification

Credentialing Requirements:

• Must successfully complete VA credentialing and privileging process per VHA Directives 1100.20 and 1100.21

• Services cannot begin until approval by Facility Medical Executive Board and Medical Center Director

• Must maintain credentials and privileges in good standing throughout contract period

Documentation Requirements

• Annual submission of current certification documentation to VA Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

• Maintenance of all required continuing medical education (CME) credits

• Current and ongoing compliance with all VA medical staff requirements

Work Environment

• On-site position at Rochester Community Based Outpatient Clinic

• Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary VA healthcare team

• Access to VA's comprehensive electronic health record system

Why Join VA Healthcare?

• Serve our nation's Veterans with dignity and respect

• Work in a mission-driven healthcare environment

• Collaborate with dedicated healthcare professionals

• Access to VA resources and support systems

Application Process

Interested candidates must provide:

• Current CV/Resume

• Copy of medical license(s)

• Board certification documentation

• BLS/ACLS certification

• Three professional references

• Completed credentialing packet

Note: All physician(s) must complete VA credentialing and privileging process prior to beginning service. No services shall be provided before obtaining required approvals.

This position offers the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Veteran healthcare while working in a supportive, resource-rich environment dedicated to excellence in gastroenterology care.