Physician Hospitalist

Job DescriptionDiscover an Exceptional Career Opportunity: VA Caribbean Healthcare System Seeks Hospitalists in San Juan, Puerto RicoAre you a dedicated Hospitalist passionate about providing high-quality, inpatient care to Veterans in a dynamic teaching environment? The VA Caribbean Healthcare System (San Juan VA Medical Center) is seeking Board-Certified Hospitalists (Internal Medicine) to join our team in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This is a unique opportunity to serve our nation’s heroes while enjoying the vibrant culture and natural beauty of the Caribbean.Why Join Us?Meaningful Work: Provide critical care to Veterans in a high-impact setting with a focus on admissions, discharges, and emergency department consultation.Teaching Hospital Environment: Supervise and mentor residents on the wards, fostering the next generation of physicians.Diverse Clinical Responsibilities:Serve as the primary consultant for the Emergency Department (main role).Manage medical step-down units (in-person).Cover hospital wards (less frequent) and lead rapid response teams 24/7.Predictable Schedule:10-hour shifts, 4 days per week (24-hour practice coverage).Structured yet flexible to ensure work-life balance.Who We’re Looking For:Board-Certified in Internal Medicine or Hospital Medicine (required).Experience in inpatient/acute care settings (preferred).Fluent in Spanish (essential for patient care).Strong teamwork & leadership skills—must thrive in a teaching hospital environment.Comprehensive Benefits:Competitive federal salary with performance incentives.Generous paid time off (26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays).Robust retirement plan (pension + 401K with up to 5% match).Malpractice coverage with tail protection included.Student loan repayment & relocation assistance (if applicable).Why Puerto Rico?San Juan offers an unmatched quality of life with:Stunning beaches, tropical climate, and outdoor adventures (hiking, diving, and more).Rich culture, historic Old San Juan, and world-class cuisine.No federal income tax for Puerto Rico residents.Easy travel to the U.S. mainland and Caribbean destinations (no passport needed for U.S. citizens).How to Apply:If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of Veterans while embracing island living, we want to hear from you Submit your resume immediately to: Email: terrance.anderson@va.govJoin us at the VA Caribbean Healthcare System—where your expertise saves lives, and your career thrives in paradise Fun Facts About San Juan, Puerto Rico:Home to El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.Features 500+ years of history with vibrant Spanish colonial architecture.Famous for salsa music, bioluminescent bays, and world-renowned coffee.Your next career adventure awaits—apply today