Urology Physician
At a glance
Urologist role posted by 22nd Health Care LLC, a recruiter. Fargo, ND · temporary.
Pay not stated
physicianroles summary, based on the recruiter's listing.
What you'll do
- Treat patients in the Urology outpatient clinic and provide direct care for about 90% of your time
- Round on inpatients and perform procedures such as cystoscopies, vasectomies and ureteroscopies
- Plan and carry out major procedures involving urological organs and related areas
- Use holmium laser, ESWL and fluoroscopy, then give patients discharge guidance and follow-up instructions
- Coordinate with consultants and care teams while following VA medication policies and scheduled clinic times
What you bring
- Hold a current, unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state, territory or commonwealth
- Be board certified or board eligible through the American Board of Urology
- Complete an approved Urology residency with at least 3 years in urological surgery
- Maintain active NPI and DEA registrations, malpractice coverage, and current ACLS/BLS certifications
- Have no history of a restricted, suspended or revoked medical license
Who this fits
This role suits a board-certified or board-eligible urologist providing outpatient and surgical care at the VA Medical Center in Fargo. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM local time, with no call or Federal holiday duties. A North Dakota license is preferred but not required; robotics certification is also preferred, not required.
From the recruiter
Job Title: Board Certified /Board Eligible Urology Physician
Location: Fargo ND 58102
Shift: Standard- Days
Hours/week: 40 hours/week
Position Overview
The Urologist will provide direct patient care and surgical services at the VA Medical Center in Fargo, ND. This role involves evaluating and treating patients in the outpatient clinic, performing urological procedures, and ensuring compliance with VA standards, HIPAA regulations, and medical licensing requirements.
Qualifications
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, or Commonwealth (North Dakota license preferred but not required).
- Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of Urology (ABU).
- Completion of an approved residency program in Urology (minimum 3 years in Urological surgery).
- Active NPI and DEA registration.
- Malpractice and medical liability insurance coverage.
- Current ACLS/BLS certifications (must be maintained throughout contract).
- Copies of degrees, accreditations, and annual OIG Statement required.
- No history of restricted, suspended, or revoked medical licenses.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care (approx. 90% of time) in the Urology outpatient clinic.
- Perform inpatient rounds and urological procedures including cystoscopies, vasectomies, scrotal surgeries, ureteroscopies, transurethral surgeries, and bladder cancer treatments.
- Conduct specialty exams (e.g., compensation and pension, Agent Orange evaluations).
- Plan and perform major urological procedures (prostate, bladder, kidney, urethra, scrotum, testes, penis, lymphatic, abdominal).
- Utilize holmium laser, ESWL, and fluoroscopy equipment.
- Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients.
- Collaborate with consultants and interdisciplinary teams as needed.
- Ensure compliance with VA medication policies (no sample medications).
- Maintain punctuality for scheduled clinics and surgeries.
Work Schedule
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (local time).
- Workload: 80 hours per pay period (no more than 40 hours per week).
- No call responsibilities or Federal holiday duties.
Additional Information
- Robotics certification preferred but not required.
- Contractor must notify the VA COR monthly of any obstacles to meeting performance measures.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.