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Veterans Health Administration

VA Boston Healthcare System

Our organization is looking for a Full-time Neuropathologist. The primary responsibilities include acting as the neuropathologist for the National PTSD Brain Bank, which encompasses conducting neuropathological evaluations, managing tissue distribution, and overseeing data management. Additionally, the role involves supporting neuropathological assessments for other brain banks affiliated with the VA and Boston University, along with fulfilling clinical duties within the surgical neuropathology service at the Boston VA Healthcare System.
The ideal candidate will participate in academic endeavors, which may include both clinical and basic research (whether investigator-initiated or collaborative), as well as instructing medical students, residents, fellows, and colleagues from non-Pathology departments. The position allocates up to 60% of time to the PTSD Brain Bank, up to 20% for other clinical responsibilities, and a minimum of 20% for independent research.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential.

• A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs is necessary.

• Possession of a current, full, and unrestricted medical or surgical license in any U.S. State, Territory, or Commonwealth, including the District of Columbia.

• Completion of residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in a recognized core specialty program that qualifies for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training may need to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residency programs include:

  • (1) Programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) as listed for the year of completion; OR

  • (2) One year of post-medical school training (internship, first year of residency, or transitional year residency) accredited by ACGME or AOA, followed by two years of independent practice in the U.S. under a full and unrestricted license; OR

• (3) Completion of non-U.S. residency programs followed by at least three years of verified independent practice in the U.S. (under a full and unrestricted license) in relevant duties, with U.S. fellowships counting towards this requirement, as deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee.

• Additional Requirement: Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology or Neuropathology.
  Preferred Experience: Specialization in Anatomic Pathology and experience in Neuropathology.

Benefits:

Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid leave annually (including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and potentially 5 days for CME).
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (with a 5-year vesting period) and a federal 401K with up to 5% contributions from the organization.
Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many federal programs can extend into retirement).
Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory.
CME: Potential reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year (must be full-time and board certified).
Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided at no cost.
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting.

Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Available.

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.