Primary Care Service Chief (Physician Leader)

Quick Facts

• Primary Care Service Chief (physician leader)
• Reports to the Chief of Staff; key clinical resource for the Executive Leadership Team
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm
• Accountable for day-to-day service administration and Primary Care clinical program compliance

Description

The Primary Care Service is seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to provide administrative, programmatic, and clinical leadership for Primary Care. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, deliver hands-on clinical oversight, and drive clinical excellence through continuous improvement and collaboration. The role is designed to ensure clinical goals are met and that the service remains compliant with VISN-wide policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, programmatic, and clinical leadership for Primary Care
• Perform hands-on clinical work along with oversight and administration of Primary Care
• Ensure achievement of clinical goals and adherence to VISN-wide policies and procedures
• Serve as a key clinical resource to executive leadership
• Foster continuous improvement and collaborative, patient-centered care

Requirements

• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (required)
• Advanced clinical experience in Primary Care with demonstrated administrative and leadership skills
• Knowledge of VA system and regulations
• Experience with patient care management, systems, and processes
• Computer proficiency across multiple software platforms
• Experience in resource management and continuous quality improvement
• Strong administrative and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with key stakeholders
• Data collection and analysis expertise
• Preferred: 5 years VA experience (preferably Primary Care) and at least 3 years supervisory/management experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and regular increases
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 annual leave, 13 sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays)
• Possible 5-day paid absence for CME; up to $1,000 annually CME support for full-time board-certified physicians
• Traditional Federal pension (5-year vesting) plus Federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution
• Insurance: health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care
• Licensure: 1 unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory
• Malpractice coverage with tail coverage provided
• No physician employment contract and no significant moonlighting restrictions

Additional Employment Conditions

• U.S. citizenship required (non-citizens only if VA cannot recruit qualified citizens under VA policy)
• Testing-designated positions may require urinalysis prior to appointment
• Selective Service registration required for eligible males
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Must complete online onboarding and meet pre-employment requirements
• Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required