This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Standing (8 hours); Specific visual requirement (see computer and perform operations); Hearing (aid may be permitted). Environmental Factors: None. ["Boise seamlessly blends urban sophistication with outdoor thrills. Take a stroll through Downtown Boise and Old Boise, where historic architecture meets modern design. The city offers a vibrant and diverse dining and night life scene, Visit Boise's food guide where you'll find a range of recommendations. For sports enthusiasts, Boise is home to Boise State University's renowned Bronco Stadium. The city's cultural scene is equally captivating with the historic Egyptian Theatre and Boise Art Museum features contemporary art, while Treefort Music Fest brings the city alive with music, art, and creativity. Boise is a premiere family friendly destination with tons of Kid friendly and Pet friendly activities. If you're looking for a peaceful escape within the city, there are # of parks, The Boise River Greenbelt is a scenic path that stretches over 30 miles along the Boise river. For even more adventure, head to the Bogus Basin Ski Resort and Boise Foothills, or spend a weekend in the world-famous Sun Valley or scenic McCall. Boise is more than just a city-it's a lifestyle. It's a place where you can start your day with a hike in the foothills, spend the afternoon exploring the local food scene, and end your evening at a downtown concert or theater show. It's a community that welcomes newcomers with open arms, where people are friendly, and the pace of life is just right. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified applicants Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): EDRP Authorized: EDRP has been authorized for this position. After a selection is made, the local EDRP coordinator will provide further details. Program eligibility and award amount is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services office. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov for questions/assistance. Learn more. 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 This position falls under Surgery Service, at the Boise VA Medical Center, in Boise, ID. This position is open to a Board Certified/Board Eligible Urologist with surgical residency training. The Urologist will have excellent clinical skills and experience in the full range of Urologic care. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Provide direct patient care in the operating room and outpatient clinic settings. Maintain professional competency, courtesy and flexibility or provide the necessary services of this specialty. Pre-operative patient exam and assessment and performs all aspects of Adult Urological Surgery including treatment of lesions, biopsies, urological laser procedures, enucleation, stent insertion, and prostate surgery. Provides urology-related direct patient care in all functional areas of the OR, Medical Floor and Out­patient clinic setting as needed. Provides critical care related to direct care. May also be involved in program planning, objectives, policies and standards essential to delivery of quality Urological care. Participate in and or manage all aspects of a general urology program. Manage patient workload within available staffing, which may include support of mid-levels. Document progress notes and consultation findings in an electronic medical record, dictation and electronics signature of OP reports and hospital discharge summaries. Provide surgical treatment for genitourinary injuries and diseases including major and minor procedures. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm (MST) Compressed Tours: Not available Call: Yes, position takes call Telework: Not Authorized"]

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