Deputy Chief of Surgery — Quality, Education & APP Lead

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Phoenix VA Health Care System, seeks a Deputy Chief of Surgery to oversee quality of care and supervise Advanced Practice Providers and trainees within the Department of Surgery.

The role requires leadership over educational programs and clinical duties to maintain high standards of surgical care. Responsibilities include 70% program management, oversight of monitors, and collaboration with Medical Center staff.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in US.
• Residency training approved by VA or equivalent, leading to board eligibility.
• Board certification in General Surgery or related subspecialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat surgical disorders with appropriate techniques to provide quality care.
• Spend 70% of time managing Quality-Education/Training and APP programs within the Department of Surgery.
• Provide supervision of trainees conducting direct surgical care.
• Consult with Medical Center staff on patient care issues and participate in program evaluation.
• Maintain full clinical privileges as a member of the Medical Staff and oversee program monitors and outcomes.

Skills

General Surgery

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

MD or DO (US medical degree)

Current US medical license

A CGME/AOA residency

Board certification in General Surgery or subspecialty

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Phoenix VA Health Care System, seeks a Deputy Chief of Surgery to oversee quality of care and supervise Advanced Practice Providers and trainees within the Department of Surgery.

The role requires leadership over educational programs and clinical duties to maintain high standards of surgical care. Responsibilities include 70% program management, oversight of monitors, and collaboration with Medical Center staff.