This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
This role blends clinical excellence, program leadership, education, and collaborative team-based care. As a staff Gastroenterologist and Transplant Hepatologist, you will play an integral role within a nationally recognized transplant center within the VA system, collaborating closely with National partners to deliver liver transplant evaluations, optimize Veteran transplant candidates, and ensure continuity of care throughout the pre- and post-transplant journey.
In addition, you will lead the Portal Hypertension program and provide comprehensive hepatology care for both hospitalized and outpatient Veterans. Clinical responsibilities also include participation in general gastroenterology clinical services, including but not limited to basic endoscopy.
The successful candidate will contribute to the academic missions of education and research through supervision, mentorship, and teaching of trainees from the academic affiliate while supporting scholarly and quality improvement initiatives.
Major Duties include, but are not limited to: Veteran-Centered Liver Transplantation Diagnose and manage the full spectrum of chronic liver diseases, including hepatitis C, NAFLD/NASH, autoimmune liver disease, and alcohol-associated liver disease. Coordinate and conduct comprehensive pre- and post-liver transplant evaluations, including medical optimization and longitudinal transplant care in partnership with VA transplant centers.
Actively participate in multidisciplinary transplant boards and collaborate with hepatology, surgery, psychology, addiction medicine, pharmacy, and social work teams. Development of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Optimization Program Support the design and implementation of a dedicated AUD care pathway for Veterans with alcohol-associated liver disease being considered for transplant.
Work alongside transplant psychologists and addiction medicine specialists to provide integrated, evidence-based care-including structured behavioral interventions, abstinence monitoring, and relapse prevention plans. Provide robust post-transplant monitoring and support protocols tailored to the needs of Veterans, including coordination with VA mental health services and community resources.
Development of Portal Hypertension Program Lead the design and implementation of a dedicated program in collaboration with the UPMC transplant hepatology division to improve the diagnosis and management of portal hypertension and its complications. Work alongside Interventional Radiologists, Surgeons and other specialists to provide integrated, evidence-based care. Other Key Duties Active participation in the weekly Tumor Board to evaluate and discuss complex oncology cases.
Attendance at the weekly Transplant Huddle to coordinate care and align on patient management strategies. Attendance at the Transplant Selection Committee, and at times leadership of the Committee as the chair's delegated authority, guiding multidisciplinary decisions on transplant candidacy. Engagement in the Liver Transplant Multidisciplinary Clinic, working closely with a team of specialists to provide comprehensive patient care.
Management of a personal Telehealth Clinic, offering remote consults and continuity of care for transplant patients, portal hypertension patients, and general hepatology patients. Oversight of post-transplant monitoring and long-term care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and addressing complications. Review and acceptance of referrals from VA referral centers nationwide, ensuring timely access to specialized hepatology and liver transplant services.
Triage of clinical calls from referring VA facilities, providing expert guidance on the care of veteran patients. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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 restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: M-F, 8a-4:30p and evening/weekend/holiday on-call
Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.
Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.
NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.
The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.
bethany.miller1@va.gov · (412) 822-3042
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $320000 – $400000/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-20.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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