General Surgeon

General Surgeon VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System Las Vegas, Nevada

Serve Veterans. Practice with Purpose. Thrive in Las Vegas.

The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible General Surgeon to join our dedicated Surgical Service in Las Vegas, NV. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, mission-driven surgical care with the support, stability, and work–life balance that only the VA can offer.

Why You’ll Love Working with VA
• Mission-focused care for America’s Veterans
• No RVUs or productivity quotas
• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus
• Federal benefits (pension, TSP with matching, health/dental/vision, CME)
• Predictable schedule supporting work–life balance
• Collegial, team-based surgical environment
• Opportunity for academic affiliation through local institutions (as available)

Your Role
As a General Surgeon at VASNHS, you will:
• Provide a full range of operative and non-operative general surgery care
• Manage inpatient, outpatient, and procedural services
• Participate in call coverage and interdisciplinary patient management
• Contribute to quality improvement, surgical safety, and performance initiatives
• Provide education and consultation in a multidisciplinary setting

Ideal Candidate
• MD or DO with completed General Surgery residency
• Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
• Active, unrestricted license in any U.S. state or territory
• Strong commitment to Veteran-centered, collaborative care

Why Las Vegas?
Las Vegas offers more than world-class entertainment—enjoy outdoor recreation, affordable suburbs, excellent dining, and proximity to national parks, all with no state income tax. A remarkable lifestyle paired with a meaningful career.

Apply or Learn More

Kelly De Boer, VA Physician Recruiter, Kelly.deboer@va.gov