Vascular Surgery Job at Veterans Health Administration in Cape Coral, FL

The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Vascular Surgeon to join our expanding surgical team in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida. This is a full-time position providing high-quality, compassionate care to our nation's Veterans in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality vascular surgical care to our nation's Veterans in a collaborative, academic, and technologically advanced environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

As a Vascular Surgeon, you will report to the Vascular Surgery Section Chief and be responsible for the full spectrum of vascular care, including:

• Performing open, minimally invasive, and endovascular procedures.

• Providing consultation and surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

• Supervising and educating surgical residents and students during clinical care and procedures.

• Managing pre- and post-operative care, including discharge planning and interdisciplinary coordination.

• Conducting patient evaluations via face-to-face, phone, Telehealth, and electronic consultations (e.g., MyHealtheVet, e-consults).

• Completing all patient documentation, notes, and coding in compliance with VA policies and standards.

• Participating in team meetings, peer reviews, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in both open and endovascular surgical techniques.

• Commitment to teaching and mentoring residents and students.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Prior experience in a VA or academic health system preferred.

Work Schedule

Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | On-call responsibilities may be required.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan reimbursement program for qualified applicants.

• Award Amount: Up to $200,000

• Eligibility Period: One to five years

• Application Deadline: Must apply within four months of appointment

• Note: Former EDRP participants are not eligible to reapply
  Final determination of award and eligibility is made by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office.

Why Work at VA Bay Pines?

• Competitive salary and generous federal benefits

• Unparalleled mission to serve Veterans

• Access to state-of-the-art surgical technology

• Academic affiliation and opportunities for teaching and research

• Work-life balance in beautiful coastal Florida