Physician (Emergency Medicine) at Veterans Health Administration – Salisbury, North Carolina

About the opportunity

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a qualified Physician in Emergency Medicine for the Salisbury VA Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina. The Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) works in a 24/7 Emergency Department environment, with 95% of duties focused on direct patient evaluation, stabilization, and disposition. Additional responsibilities include supervising rotating medical students and residents, participating in peer reviews and performance improvement committees, maintaining emergency certifications, and providing administrative supervision when required. Shift durations are typically 8 or 12 hours, averaging 80 hours per two-week pay period.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive annual salary range of $280,000 to $400,000 per year
• Recruitment or relocation incentives (sign-on bonus) may be authorized for highly qualified candidates
• 50 to 55 days of paid time off per year (26 annual leave days, 13 sick leave days, 11 federal holidays, plus possible CME leave)
• Traditional federal pension (vested after 5 years) and Thrift Savings Plan (401k) with up to 5% agency matching
• Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (portable into retirement)
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage provided
• Possible CME reimbursement up to $1,000 per year for full-time board-certified physicians
• No physician employment contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting

Who can apply?

• U.S. citizenship (non-citizens may be considered if no qualified U.S. citizens are available in accordance with VA policy)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an LCME/COCA accredited institution or ECFMG-eligible foreign medical school
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Completion of an accredited residency program leading to board certification eligibility in emergency medicine (or approved alternative pathway/PRP status)
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination, background investigation, and drug screening
• Selective Service registration required for males born after December 31, 1959

Required documents

• Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) and/or resume
• DD214 showing character of service (for applicants claiming Veterans' Preference)
• SF-15 Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and supporting proof (if applicable)
• Active duty statement reflecting service dates and expected separation within 120 days (for current active military members)

When to apply

• Application deadline is September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
• The announcement may close earlier than scheduled if the position is filled through other means

How to apply

• Create or log in to a USAJOBS account at USAJOBS.gov
• Select your resume and complete the online occupational questionnaire
• Attach required supporting documents (such as DD214 or SF-15 if applicable)
• Submit your complete application package before 11:59 PM ET on September 30, 2026

Additional information

• Participation in the annual seasonal influenza vaccination program is mandatory for all VHA health care personnel unless an approved medical or religious exemption is granted
• Position is in the Excepted Service under Title 38 and does not confer competitive status
• Driver's licenses or state ID cards must be REAL ID compliant starting May 7, 2025, for employment identification purposes