CHIEF HOSPITALIST PHYSICIAN

National Medical Association; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Medical Association is seeking a qualified physician to lead and manage major specialty programs. This role involves overseeing clinical and administrative functions and requires a valid medical degree, residency training, and proficiency in English. The position offers eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program, with significant financial support available based on program conditions.

Benefits

Eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license.
• Proficient physical capabilities to handle stress and long working hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage specialty programs at a multi-division facility.
• Coordinate data management and program evaluation.
• Oversee clinical and administrative functions.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Education

Degree of doctor of medicine or equivalent

Residency training

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be tentatively referred and selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are met. Current VA-employed physicians who met the requirements at their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree from an approved medical school.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Enrolled residents in accredited programs are eligible to be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs), who must be fully licensed physicians but only have a scope of practice under supervision.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Physical requirements include periods of long standing, occasional lifting, long sitting periods, and the ability to handle stressful situations with high accuracy.

Duties

• Lead and manage a major specialty program or programs at a multi-division facility.
• Manage staffing, work assignments, budgets, and treatment services.
• Coordinate data management, program evaluation, and administrative responsibilities.
• Responsible for clinical and administrative functions within the designated service line.
• Work schedule: 0730-1600.