This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
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. Preferred Experience: Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Committed to team-based, patient-centered care Passionate about teaching and mentoring Dedicated to serving Veterans with compassion and excellence Additional Requirement: At least one year of experience in Primary Care. Physical Requirements: Placement in this position is subject to meeting the physical requirements of this position. Pre-placement medical examination is required, along with a drug screening being required. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Why Work at the VA? Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a strong salary, federal retirement plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and generous paid time off-including all federal holidays. Student Loan Repayment: Eligible for up to $10,000 per year in student loan repayment and other education benefits. Job Security: As part of the federal government, the VA offers unmatched job stability and security. Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training, career advancement, and leadership opportunities within the nation's largest integrated healthcare system. Work-Life Balance: Predictable weekday schedule with no weekend or overnight shifts , no call, and generous leave allowances. Rewarding Mission: Make a difference by providing care to our nation's Veterans, their spouses and survivors. Position Highlights & Responsibilities Comprehensive Primary Care: Diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic conditions, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop patient management plans. Multi-Disciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate within a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) including an RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologists, and social workers to deliver coordinated, wrap-around care. Education & Mentorship: Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and other learners, fostering the next generation of clinicians. Integrated Support Services: Work in a system that provides seamless access to social work, travel assistance, housing, and pharmacy services-without the hassles of pre-authorizations or multiple formularies. Small-Clinic Feel, Large-System Resources: Choose to work at the main facility with a large academic-center feel, or one of our small community clinics. Either way, enjoy the collegiality and patient-centered focus of a small clinic, backed by the resources and stability of the VA's comprehensive healthcare network. Documentation & Compliance: Utilize an interoperable electronic health record (EHR) that connects seamlessly with the Department of Defense and other federal partners, enhanced with advanced technology-including AI tools-to support high-quality, efficient day-to-day patient care and enable robust population-level health analysis. Shape Your Role to Fit Your Interests At the Providence VA, we recognize the importance of professional fulfillment and personal growth. Physicians have the flexibility to mold the position to align with their unique interests and career goals: Work with Learners: Deepen your involvement in medical education by choosing to teach, mentor, and supervise medical students, residents, and other healthcare trainees. Focus on Higher-Risk Populations: Take on leadership or specialized roles in caring for higher-risk or complex patient populations, with support from a robust, multi-disciplinary team. Advance Multi-Disciplinary Care: Pursue innovative, team-based approaches to care, collaborating closely with nursing, pharmacy, mental health, and social work professionals. Develop Clinical Programs: Initiate or participate in quality improvement, research, or clinical projects that match your passions and expertise. Ideal Candidate Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Committed to team-based, patient-centered care Passionate about teaching and mentoring Dedicated to serving Veterans with compassion and excellence Take the next step in your career-join the Providence VA Healthcare System and make a lasting difference in the lives of Veterans, while enjoying all that Providence and Rhode Island have to offer! All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The VA is an equal opportunity employer. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Learn more. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Contact the EDRP Coordinator at VISN1EDRPSupport@va.gov for questions/assistance 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 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.