Surgical Intensivist Opportunity - West Los Angeles VAMC!

We are seeking to fill a Surgical Intensivist role with a provider who is interested in shaping the future of medical professionals while delivering exceptional patient care to the nation’s veterans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise/educate residents and Nurse Practitioners, providing both one-on-one instruction and lectures.
• Perform necessary medical services/supervise treatment to ensure appropriate care.
• Serve as the recognized primary critical care provider for patients, maintaining physical presence for immediate diagnosis and treatment of emergencies.
• Provide indicated postoperative critical care.
• Participate in clinical and/or laboratory research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in critical care.
• Partner with the Department of Anesthesiology - Engage in quality improvement activities, fostering innovation and evidence-based practices within the ICU.
• Collaborate with perioperative care departments including Surgery, Nursing, Pharmacy, Pathology, Logistics, and other relevant areas.
• Attend and contribute to departmental, organizational, administrative, and medical staff committee meetings.
• Develop and implement ICU policies and procedures in coordination with the Service Chief of Anesthesiology.

Work Schedule: Schedule is variable and depends upon OR needs

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license
• Must have completed residency in an accredited core specialty
• Must have completed or be in the process of completing SI Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible

 Benefits and Features:

• Salary Range: $348,000-$400,000
• PTO: 50–55 days of PTO annually (26/13 days of annual/sick leave, 11 holidays,)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, TSP (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits 
• Up to $1,000 or more annually and up to 5 days paid absence for CME
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program 
• Service without strings: No employment contracts or restrictive covenants.
• Opportunity for faculty appointment at UCLA Geffen School of Medicine

Discover the Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (GLA) - a renowned Department of Veterans Affairs institution dedicated to providing exceptional care for veterans. GLA is a robust system catering to the diverse healthcare needs of Veterans residing throughout five counties: Los Angeles, Ventura, Kern, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo. With two ambulatory care centers, a tertiary care facility, and eight community-based outpatient clinics, GLA serves over 1.4 million veterans.  

GLA is a beacon of extensive and comprehensive healthcare facilities within the Department of Veterans Affairs. Our West Los Angeles VA Medical and Sepulveda VA Medical Centers, both teaching hospitals, offer a comprehensive range of health services for Veterans, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a strong focus on education and research. GLA's affiliations with the UCLA School of Medicine, USC School of Medicine, and over 45 colleges, universities, and vocational schools in 17 medical, nursing, paramedical, and administrative programs enhance our healthcare capabilities. We provide professional training in most major medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties. We strive to discover knowledge, develop VA scientists and healthcare leaders, and create innovations that advance healthcare for Veterans and contribute to the nation's health.

GLA boasts one of the most extensive research programs in the VA, encompassing six research centers of excellence.  Collaboration is the cornerstone of our research efforts, and we are dedicated to research that enriches the knowledge base and fosters the next generation of healthcare leaders. We aim to drive innovations that enhance healthcare for veterans and the nation. We are committed to involving veterans in our research community, providing them opportunities to contribute and benefit from our work, and making them feel included and valued. Our ultimate goal is to use research to promote better health and health care for all. 

Accreditations from prestigious bodies such as the Joint Commission, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, American Psychological Association, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Council on Chiropractic Education further underscore our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, instilling confidence in the quality of care we provide.