Chief of Medicine

Summary The Chief of Medicine Service reports directly to the Chief of Staff and is responsible for the overall clinical, administrative, and programmatic leadership to Medical Service to ensure achievement of the Medical Center's clinical, research, and educational goals. Responsibilities This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2026 or until all positions are filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 15 November 2025, with subsequent cut-off dates every two weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred to at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Major Duties and Responsibilities to include but not be limited to: The Chief works closely with executive leadership, managerial and clinical leaders in formulating local policies, resource planning for manpower, equipment, and space. The Chief of Medicine Service performs clinical duties/direct patient care activities at a minimum of 20 percent of duty hours. The Chief of Medicine Service functions as the primary subject matter expert to facility leadership on general and internal medicine. The incumbent practices independently, exercising initiative and independent judgment in day-to-day program activities. Follows Life Safety Management (fire protection) procedures. Reports safety hazards, accidents and injuries. Reviews hazardous materials/Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)/waste management. Follows Emergency Preparedness plan. Meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Communicates and treats customers in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Teaching and Mentoring - Serves as a mentor and/or teacher for residents, trainees, providers, and staff. Plans and guides educational activities to meet the individual needs of the learner. Patient Management - Maintains confidentiality of patients and relatives through competence and interpersonal skills. The Chief works with supervisors and managers to monitor the quality of services including factors such as efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness. The Chief works collaboratively with personnel and supervisors regarding performance or disciplinary issues that may arise in their respective areas of responsibility. The Chief addresses coverage issues, manages day-to-day operations, liaises with administrative staff both internal and external to ensure full clinical operations. The Chief ensures that program services meet accreditation requirements and are compliant with regulatory and accountability standards such as those set forth by the Joint Commission, GARF, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), and VA Central Office (VACO) and other accrediting bodies as deemed appropriate. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Incentive may be authorized for highly qualified applicants. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: 8:00AM-4:30PM - Monday - Friday, 40 hours/per week Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2025-12-08