Allergist – Make a Difference for Veterans | Mather, CA (VHA)

Physician – Allergist / Immunologist

Location: Mather, California
Organization: Veterans Health Administration (VA Northern California Health Care System)
Position Type: Full-Time 
Salary: Competitive VA Physician Pay (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Federal employment benefits package

Position Overview

The VA Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Allergist/Immunologist to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team in Mather, CA. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, veteran-centered allergy and immunology care in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

The selected physician will deliver comprehensive outpatient allergy and immunology services while contributing to the VA’s commitment to excellence in clinical care, education, and patient safety.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient evaluation and management of allergic and immunologic conditions, including asthma, allergic rhinitis, food allergy, urticaria, angioedema, and immunodeficiency
• Perform and interpret allergy diagnostic testing, including skin testing and pulmonary function testing as applicable
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans, including immunotherapy when appropriate
• Collaborate with primary care providers and specialty services in a team-based care model
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the VA electronic health record (CPRS)
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical program development
• Teaching and academic involvement may be available based on interest

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Allergy and Immunology
• Unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Eligible for VA credentialing and privileging
• Commitment to patient-centered care for the Veteran population

Why Join VA Northern California?

• Predictable schedule with no production-based compensation pressure
• Outstanding federal benefits, including:
• Up to 55 days of paid time off annually (including federal holidays)
• Federal retirement programs (FERS & Thrift Savings Plan with employer match)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Practice medicine with a strong mission focus—serving those who served

About Mather, CA

Located near Sacramento, Mather offers access to vibrant city life, excellent schools, and outdoor recreation. Enjoy proximity to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada, all while benefiting from a lower cost of living compared to other California metros.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through  VA Physician Recruiter, Kelly De Boer, kelly.deboer@va.gov 

The Department of Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) is an integrated health care delivery system, offering a comprehensive array of medical, surgical, rehabilitative, mental health and extended care to veterans in Northern California. The health system is comprised of a medical center in Sacramento; a rehabilitation and extended care facility in Martinez; outpatient clinics in Martinez, Fairfield, Vallejo, Stockton, Modesto, Sonora, Sacramento (Mather and McClellan Park), Auburn, Yuba City, Redding, Chico, and Yreka; and dental clinics in Vallejo, Sacramento and Redding.

The Sacramento VA Medical Center is a 81-bed, state-of-the-art, inpatient facility offering a full range of comprehensive health care services including medical, surgical, primary and mental health care. The medical center, which is comprised of 25 medical-surgical beds, 30 TCU beds, 10 ICU beds, 16 BHICU, and a four room operating suite, also a cardiac catheterization lab, a gastrointestinal & endoscopy suite, angiography capability and 16,000 square-feet of research laboratory. Offers a wide range of outpatient and diagnostic services, including mammography, MRI, CT, and PET scanning.

http://www.cityofsacramento.org/Living-Here

Sacramento, California is one of the most historic cities in California. Located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and American River, two hours between both San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains with access to exceptional wine in Napa and Sonoma. Known as America's Farm-to-Fork Capital, recognized for its cutting-edge cuisine, farm-fresh restaurants, and plentiful farmers' markets. Sacramento has many cultural and artistic events, live music, dining and the NBA's Sacramento Kings. Come see why this is the place to live, work and play!

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service