This full-time position is based at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System. The position reports directly to the Chief of Staff (COS). The Deputy Chief of Staff is responsible for the clinical operations at Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System. This position will work collaboratively with members of the Chief of Staff office, service line leaders, and clinical staff to maximize operational efficiencies.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience: VA Leadership The individual is a board certified physician with clinical experience and leadership skills. The Incumbent must have: Knowledge of the VA system and its regulations Demonstrated commitment to an interdisciplinary approach to care for delivery Documented ability to coordinate a broad continuum of programs Progressive management experience with strong administrative and interpersonal skills,. Demonstrated skills in maintaining and enhancing partnerships with academic partnerships with academic affiliates and other key stakeholders. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position, usable vision, color vision, hearing or speech may be required. however, in most cases, a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid. See VA Handbook 5019.
This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until September 30, 2026. Represents the Chief of Staff (COS) in all aspects of administrative leadership, including, but not limited to: Serves as a member of key health care system managerial bodies including serving as a member of the organized medical staff, attending its meetings, and helping to ensure adherence to its bylaws, rules and regulations. Supervises employees to accomplish the work of the organization. This involves assigning work, strategic planning, mentoring, educating, and performing personnel management functions - e.g., leave administration, labor management requirements, disciplinary actions, proficiencies, etc. Works as a member of the Senior Management Team, which is responsible for overall leadership, policy, planning, budget, operations, and performance of the organization. Works with multiple clinical and administrative service line leaders across multiple locations to set performance standards, formulate strategic plans, implement policy, perform ethical decision-making, implement systems redesign, submit timely budgets, guide clinical performance improvement, ensure quality outcomes and high patient satisfaction, guide cost-effective/efficient service delivery, and manage professional staff matters. Leads or is an active member of various task groups and committees that address clinical issues at the local, VISN, and national VHA level. Coordinates and integrates programs into a comprehensive package of services to meet the needs of patients and providers by establishing policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure quality and comprehensive services. Guides management administrative matters affecting patient care, education, research, and organizational policy. Contributes to the strategic mission, vision, values, and goals of the RHJ VAHCS. Has direct patient care responsibilities within his/her area of clinical expertise. Responsible for delivering high quality, cost-effective, patient-centered care while meeting or exceeding performance goals and meeting highest ethical standards. Responsible for ensuring all applicable regulatory and accrediting body requirements are met. Fosters and maintains positive relationships with academic affiliates. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized 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: 730-1600, Monday - Friday (Subject to change based on agency needs).