Pain Medicine - Physician

Job Overview: Become a part of our team at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Francisco, CA as a Physician specializing in Pain Management! The Anesthesiology Service at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System is seeking a Pain Medicine Physician. This role requires expertise in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) along with fellowship training in Pain Medicine. The selected candidate will deliver thorough diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative pain management services to Veteran patients, many of whom present with multiple co-existing conditions and complex chronic pain issues. Responsibilities encompass outpatient management of interventional and chronic pain clinics, inpatient consultations for acute pain services, and oversight of patients with implanted pain management devices. The role is focused solely on pain management and does not involve general anesthesia duties in the operating room.

Education and Training: Supervise and educate Pain Medicine fellows, including direct oversight of procedures performed by fellows, case-based teaching, and assessment of clinical competencies. Engage in didactic teaching sessions for the Pain Medicine fellowship program.

Salary Range: Expected between $350K - $400K (negotiable based on qualifications and experience).Education Debt Reduction Program: Authorized for student loan repayment.

Work Schedule: Full-time, with scheduling coordinated with the hiring manager.

Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and regular salary increases.

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and potentially 5 days for CME.

Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and a federal 401K with contributions up to 5% by the organization. Insurance Coverage: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many plans can be continued into retirement).

Licensure: Must hold one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory. Continuing Medical Education: Potential reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year (must be full-time and board-certified).Malpractice Coverage: Comprehensive liability protection with tail coverage included. Contractual Terms: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting. We invite you to explore the opportunity of joining our team in San Francisco, CA. Here, you will find a mission that resonates with your values and a vibrant community filled with new experiences. Become part of a team that prioritizes a healthy work-life balance and take pride in fulfilling the commitment to those who have served our country.