Long Beach, California
Long Beach, California
Posted: 08-Jun-26
Location: Long Beach, California
Type: Full Time
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We are pleased to announce an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Endocrinology Physician. As an integral member of our healthcare team, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding care to our nation’s Veterans.
Reasons to Consider Residing in the Long Beach Metropolitan Area: Located in beautiful Southern California, Long Beach offers oceanfront living, a vibrant arts scene, cultural diversity, and easy access to Los Angeles and Orange County. Enjoy sunshine year-round, excellent schools, and a community that values wellness and innovation.
Practice Environment Description: Our endocrinology service operates within a collaborative outpatient-focused setting with inpatient consult responsibilities. This role offers a dynamic mix of outpatient endocrine care and inpatient consultations, with opportunities to work closely with interdisciplinary teams. The position is affiliated with UCI residency and fellowship programs, providing opportunities for teaching and clinical mentorship.
Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, and metabolic conditions. Perform and interpret specialized procedures, including thyroid biopsy (preferred qualification). Deliver outpatient care with additional inpatient consult support as needed. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, coordinated care for Veterans. Participate in academic and training activities with residents and fellows.
Competitive Starting Annual Salary: Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Furthermore, employees can qualify for Proficiency Awards, which are available in addition to Pay for Performance incentives. Regular salary reviews will occur every two years, and all employees will receive cost-of-living adjustments annually.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Weekend call coverage is required and handled by phone.
Call Coverage: Rotating phone-based call coverage, including weekend responsibilities.
Academic Affiliations: Affiliated with University of California, Irvine (UCI) residency and fellowship programs. Opportunities to teach, mentor, and supervise trainees in a clinical setting.
Qualifications:
- D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school (or ECFMG certification for international graduates).
- Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology.
- Preferred: Experience with thyroid biopsy procedures.
- New graduates and current trainees are encouraged to apply.
Benefits Information:
- Recruitment/Relocation Incentives are not currently available.
- Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is not available for this position.
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Federal pension program.
- Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent) with up to 5% VA match.
- Malpractice coverage with liability protection.
We invite you to explore this exciting opportunity to join our team and serve those who have served our nation.
For more information or to be considered, please send your CV to Matthew Corrales: Matthew.Corrales@va.gov