Sleep Medicine - Physician at South Texas VA Healthcare System - Veterans Health Administration

Serve Those Who Served. Build Your Career at the South Texas VA.

The South Texas Veterans Health Care System, one of the fastest‑growing VA markets in the nation, is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Sleep Medicine Physician to join our collaborative and dedicated Sleep Medicine team. This is a 100% clinical outpatient role with opportunities for academic involvement, research activity, and professional growth.

Position Overview
The Staff Sleep Physician provides comprehensive outpatient sleep medicine care to Veterans with diverse and complex sleep disorders. Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Consults and follow-up for obstructive and central sleep apnea, insomnia, parasomnias, narcolepsy, and movement disorders.
• Interpretation of in-lab polysomnograms, unattended sleep studies, multiple sleep latency Tests, and actigraphy.
• In-person, VA Video Connect, telephone, and e-consult care delivery.
• Documentation of all encounters within the VA electronic medical record.
• Review of no-shows, patient messages, abnormal test results, and medication refill requests.
• Participation in quality improvement projects and optional research opportunities.
• Call responsibilities as needed based on service requirements.

Work Schedule
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• ⏰ Fixed tour of duty with eligibility for ad hoc telework.

Team & Work Environment
• ‍⚕️‍⚕️ Team of physicians (3 full-time, 1 part‑time), 1 RN, 1 RT supervisor, and 15 medical instrument technicians.
• Collaborative work across interdisciplinary services and Medicine Service leadership.
• Primary site at the Audie L. Murphy VA facility with telehealth to additional STVHCS locations.
• ️ Facility includes a 6‑bed inpatient sleep lab plus home sleep testing capability.

VA Physician Qualifications
Applicants must:
• Be a U.S. citizen (non-citizens considered only if qualified citizens are unavailable).
• Hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Possess a full, current, unrestricted U.S. medical license.
• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Sleep Medicine.
• ✔️ Meet all VA employment requirements including background checks and physical standards.

Compensation & Incentives
• Salary range: 255,000–275,000 annually.
• Incentives available:
– Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
– Sign-on bonus
– Relocation incentive
• Academic appointment available through UT Health San Antonio.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
Up to 200,000 TAX-FREE student loan repayment!
This role is eligible for the VA’s top-tier federal student loan repayment program:
• Up to 40,000 per year
• Up to 5 years
• Maximum total of 200,000
• All funds are TAX-FREE
This program offers an exceptional opportunity to dramatically reduce medical school debt.

Federal Retirement & Financial Benefits

Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
Includes three components:
• ️ Lifetime pension based on years of federal service
• Social Security benefits
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contributions

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
• Similar to a 401(k)
• ⚖️ Traditional and Roth investment options
• Government matching up to 5%
• Exceptionally low fees

Leave & Work–Life Balance
Enjoy one of the strongest leave packages in the nation:
• 13–26 days of annual leave
• 13 days of sick leave
• 11 federal holidays
• Possible paid CME
This structure supports healthy work–life balance and long-term wellness.

About the South Texas VA
• Large 1A-level VA facility serving over 115,000 Veterans annually.
• Fastest‑growing VA system nationally.
• Strong academic and research partnerships with UT Health San Antonio.
• Located within the San Antonio Medical Center for outstanding collaboration.

Community Highlights – San Antonio, Texas
• Affordable cost of living below national average.
• Vibrant cultural, culinary, and arts scene.
• Growing economy driven by military, tech, and healthcare sectors.
• Family-friendly, diverse, welcoming community.

Craig Rickaway, MHA, MBA
Physician & Provider Recruiter, VISN 17
South Texas Veterans Health Care System