Seeking Staff Endocrinologist – Join an Exceptional VA Team in Beautiful Portland, Oregon

Enjoy involvement at a facility recognized for both clinical and academic excellence—VAPORHCS hosts approximately 2,000 health professions learners annually and is among the top 10 VA sites for research funding. Our Practice: VAPORHCS serves more than 100,000 Veterans every year, providing a full continuum of inpatient, outpatient, long-term, and emergent care.

The VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS) invites applications for a full-time, Board-Certified (or Board-Eligible) Staff Endocrinologist. Help us serve our nation’s Veterans—America’s Heroes—at a leading Level 1a, tertiary medical center in the Pacific Northwest.

Work alongside a team of three full-time endocrinologists, and one advanced practice provider. The selected candidate will have the opportunity for a faculty appointment at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), participating in education and mentoring for residents, fellows, and other trainees.

About the Opportunity:

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered general endocrinology care in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting
• Contribute to an active research environment; many team members are grant-supported investigators
• Engage in teaching and supervision of residents, fellows, and students in partnership with OHSU
• Enjoy involvement at a facility recognized for both clinical and academic excellence—VAPORHCS hosts approximately 2,000 health professions learners annually and is among the top 10 VA sites for research funding

Our Practice: VAPORHCS serves more than 100,000 Veterans every year, providing a full continuum of inpatient, outpatient, long-term, and emergent care. As a complex, Magnet-recognized facility, we are also a major referral center for liver and renal transplants, serving the western United States.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Board Certified/Eligible in Endocrinology (ABIM)
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any state or territory of the US
• US citizenship required (non-citizens may be considered if no qualified US citizen is selected)
• Strong commitment to clinical care, education, and advancing professional excellence
• Interest in team-oriented, Veteran-focused care

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Generous paid leave: 26 days annual, 13 days sick, 11 federal holidays, plus 5 days for CME
• Comprehensive insurance: health, dental, vision, life, long-term care, and flexible spending accounts
• Federal retirement benefits: FERS, Social Security, Thrift Savings Plan with up to 5% matching
• Annual CME stipend
• Student loan repayment options
• Favorable work-life balance with flexible/condensed scheduling available

Work Schedule: Full-time, M-F, Night, weekend, and holiday call one week every month (shared with fellows/residents).

About Portland, Oregon: Live in a vibrant city known for its unique neighborhoods, outstanding food, craft beer and wine, and outdoor adventures. Portland boasts one of the top public transit systems and is the most bicycle-friendly city in the country. Experience a diverse climate with access to rainforests, deserts, ocean beaches, and mountains—all just a short drive away.

Explore more at Portland - Official City Guide & City of Portland.

To Apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to:

Henry “Hank” Laguatan
National Healthcare Recruitment Consultant
Email: 

Henry.Laguatan@va.gov

Phone: (206) 459-7927

Join us in Portland—provide world-class care for our Veterans while advancing your career in an inspiring academic and clinical environment.