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Posted: 11-Jun-26
Location: Prescott, Arizona
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: GEC _ NAVAHCS
Geriatrician Opportunity – Prescott, Arizona at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS)
Why Join NAVAHCS?
- Serve more than 34,000 Veterans across Northern Arizona
- 5-star CMS rating for quality care
- Beautiful mountain-town setting with access to outstanding outdoor recreation
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with annual bonus and regular increases
- 50-55 days/year paid time off (includes annual leave, sick leave, holidays, CME)
- Federal retirement benefits: pension (5 years vesting) & 401k (VA contributes up to 5%)
- Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, and life insurance (can carry into retirement)
- Up to $2,500/year CME reimbursement (board-certification required for CME leave)
- Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment**
- Free malpractice with tail coverage
- Flexible employment (no physician contract, moonlighting permitted)
Eligibility & Requirements
- MD or DO degree required
- Board certification is highly desirable (especially for CME benefits)
- Full and unrestricted medical license from any US state or territory
- US citizenship required (exceptions only when unable to recruit qualified citizens)
About Prescott, AZ
- Ideal for those seeking a 4-season climate, beautiful scenery, and extensive outdoor activities (lakes, national forest, hiking, mountain biking)
- Welcoming community with rich western heritage, a vibrant downtown, diverse shopping & dining
Next Steps Interested candidates can contact:
- Timothy A. Bernau
Email: timothy.bernau@va.gov
Phone: 623-920-1304
For EDRP details: Eligibility, award amounts, and periods are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review. Submit application within four months of the start date. Inquiries: VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov.
