Physician Urology - Competitive Salary
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Urologist (Outpatient) Position - Albuquerque,
New Mexico Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Overview: Albuquerque,
New Mexico, offers an extraordinary blend of culture, natural
beauty, and economic opportunity, making it an ideal place to live
and work. Nestled in the high desert at the base of Sandia
Mountains, Albuquerque enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually,
providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including
hiking, biking, skiing, and hot air ballooning. The New Mexico VA
Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located in the heart of Albuquerque,
serves as a cornerstone of the community's healthcare. NMVAHCS
provides comprehensive, innovative care to our nation's Veterans,
offering cutting-edge research and robust educational programs
through its partnership with the University of New Mexico. This
healthcare system is dedicated to fostering excellence in patient
care and professional growth, making it an outstanding environment
for medical professionals to thrive. Major Duties of the Position:
Provide high-quality urology services in our progressive,
innovative health care system for the veteran outpatient
population. Deliver patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic
urological care in an outpatient setting. Develop and implement
individualized care plans to address the specific urological needs
of patients. Perform and interpret various urological procedures,
including cystoscopy, prostate biopsies, and other related
procedures. Collaborate with other specialists to provide
comprehensive urological care, including cases that may require
surgical intervention or multidisciplinary management. Teach and
mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, contributing to
educational development programs affiliated with the University of
New Mexico, School of Medicine. Demonstrate a strong commitment to
patient care, teaching, and research, and be eligible for a faculty
appointment in the Department of Urology at the University of New
Mexico. Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care
for outpatient urology patients. VA Offers a Comprehensive Total
Rewards Package: VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive
(Sign-on Bonus): Highly qualified individuals may be eligible for a
recruitment/relocation incentive in accordance with agency policy.
To receive consideration for an incentive, the selectee must be
among the best qualified and meet the criteria established in the
VA Handbook 5007 Part VI Chapter 2. Service agreement required.
Compensation and Benefits: 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 restrictions on moonlighting
Come join us in providing exceptional healthcare to our veterans in
beautiful Albuquerque, where your professional growth and quality
of life will thrive.
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