Lead Primary Care Physician — Section Chief

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP (Education Debt Reduction Program

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Physician-Primary Care-Section Chief for the Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Pueblo, Colorado. The role focuses on clinical leadership, direct patient care, and education of residents within a high‑volume primary care setting.

Ideal candidates have Family or Internal Medicine training, board eligibility, and a commitment to veteran care. The position offers opportunities for research, program development, and a comprehensive federal

Qualifications

• US citizenship as required; candidate must meet VA basic requirements.
• MD/DO degree from an approved school.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in US or DC.
• Completed residency in family medicine/internal medicine or eligible for board certification.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead Primary Care services for Veterans in ECHCS Pueblo region.
• Provide direct clinical care and supervise residents and staff.
• Ensure program development, credentialing, and quality metrics.
• Support education, research, and patient safety within the clinic.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Primary care

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Physician-Primary Care-Section Chief for the Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Pueblo, Colorado. The role focuses on clinical leadership, direct patient care, and education of residents within a high‑volume primary care setting.

Ideal candidates have Family or Internal Medicine training, board eligibility, and a commitment to veteran care. The position offers opportunities for research, program development, and a comprehensive federal