Physician - Associate Chief of Staff Specialty Care Integrated Clinical Community Director

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an experienced physician for the role of Associate Chief of Staff for Specialty Care. This full-time position involves overseeing clinical operations and collaborating on strategic initiatives to enhance Veteran healthcare. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Medicine degree and an unrestricted medical license, along with strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Supervise physician staff and administrative personnel.
• Engage in teaching and program development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations across various subspecialties.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Job description

Job Opportunity: Associate Chief of Staff for Specialty Care at VACIHS

The VACIHS is seeking an experienced, full-time, permanent physician to serve as Associate Chief of Staff for Specialty Care. This role reports directly to the Chief of Staff and involves oversight of clinical operations and administrative functions across Internal Medicine subspecialties, including Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Dermatology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonary, and more.

About the Role

The VA Midwest Health Care Network promotes a Whole Health System of care, empowering Veterans to take charge of their health and well-being. As part of this system, the role focuses on creating personalized health plans within healing relationships and environments that connect Veterans to their communities, aligning with the VHA Mission to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise physician staff, providers, and administrative personnel.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Engage in teaching and program development, with 10-20% clinical work.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives.
• Supervise Section Chiefs and administrative staff.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must meet the basic and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Pending training or license requirements must be completed prior to hire. Current VA-employed physicians meeting previous qualification standards are deemed qualified.

Basic Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens only if recruitment of qualified citizens is not feasible).
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent from an approved school.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Completed residency training approved by the VA, ACGME, or AOA, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

For more details, visit VA Qualification Standards.

Physical Requirements

Participation in a pre-employment examination is required. Specific questions about physical demands or environmental factors will be addressed during the evaluation.