Physician - Associate Chief of Cardiologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 350,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Performance bonus

Paid time off

401K & pension

Job summary

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) seeks a Full-Time Associate Chief of Cardiology to join the Specialty Care Service Line in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The role focuses on strategic planning, administrative and supervisory duties to ensure efficient operations within Cardiology.

You will provide leadership, oversee performance metrics, ensure quality assurance, and coordinate training for trainees.

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent in allopathic/osteopathic medicine.
• Licensed in any US state or territory; board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Cardiology Division.
• Oversee performance, documentation, and programmatic evaluations.
• Ensure quality assurance and address care-related inquiries.
• Coordinate training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in Cardiology.
• Supervise Cardiology Advanced Practice Providers and support inter-departmental initiatives.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Administrative oversight

Staff supervision

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

Physician - Associate Chief of Cardiologist

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) is seeking a Full-Time, Associate Chief of Cardiology to join the Specialty Care Service Line at the MVAMC in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Chief is a key leadership position that closely collaborates with and supports the Chief of Cardiology in overseeing the Division, focusing on strategic planning, administrative and supervisory roles that are essential for effective operations. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction, ongoing leadership support, vision, and optimized resourcing for the Division Help the Division Implement VA National, VISN and Medical Center directives.

Monitor and optimize performance, care metrics, and maintain required documentation. Evaluate and Act on matters related to Divisional activities, efficiency, and productivity. Conduct periodic and annual ePerformance and other programmatic evaluations. Oversee quality assurance activities, and addressing care-related inquiries from patients and staff. Manage duty schedules and ensure smooth functioning across all sub-sections.

Assist with leave management, premium pay, and VATAS-related tasks. Conduct OPPE and FPPE reviews and reporting. Address JPSR related matters. Coordinate training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in Cardiology. Collaborate with Minneapolis and VISN leadership to support updates and strategic initiatives. Oversight/direct supervision of Cardiology Advanced Practice Providers. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Learn more.Contact the [e-mail], EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

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:Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

Alternative work hours, if desired, should be agreed upon at the time of hire.

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $350000 – $400000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.