Physician (Chief-Pain Medicine) with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a Chief of Pain Medicine to lead the Pain Management Program in Harlingen, Texas. This pivotal role involves overseeing administrative operations, ensuring quality clinical care, and integrating strategic planning with clinical functions. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctor of Medicine degree, an unrestricted medical license, and expertise in Pain Medicine. This position offers an attractive rewards package, including incentives and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about improving patient care and leading a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Paid time off

Retirement options

CME reimbursement

Malpractice coverage

No restriction on moonlighting

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and unrestricted medical license required.
• Completion of an approved residency program leading to board certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the Pain Management Program.
• Ensure integration of clinical and administrative functions.

Skills

Pain Medicine Expertise

Clinical Care

Leadership Skills

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Residency Training

Job description

Summary

The VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System in Harlingen, Texas, is seeking a Physician (Chief of Pain Medicine) responsible for overseeing the operations of the Pain Management Program. A recruitment/relocation incentive may be offered to highly qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

1. U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified U.S. citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA policy.
2. Education: Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent in medicine or osteopathic medicine from an approved school.
3. Licensure: Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S. or D.C.
4. Residency Training: Completion of an approved residency program leading to eligibility for board certification.
5. Additional requirements include proficiency in English, physical requirements, and preferred experience such as board certification or eligibility in relevant specialties, DEA and State licenses, and specific experience in Pain Medicine.

Duties

1. Oversee administrative operations including budget, human resources, and strategic planning.
2. Ensure integration of clinical and administrative functions to optimize resource utilization and service quality.
3. Provide clinical care within the Pain Medicine Service and ensure adherence to all policies, standards, and regulations.
4. Lead policy development, interdepartmental coordination, and staff training.
5. Maintain current knowledge through continuing education.
6. Provide patient and family education and informed consent.
7. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8. Additional benefits include a comprehensive rewards package, incentives, paid time off, retirement options, insurance, CME reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and no restriction on moonlighting.