Surgical Services Chief — Veteran Care Leader

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

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System in Omaha, NE seeks a Chief of Surgical Services to lead the Surgical Service Department and advance veteran care.

The role emphasizes program leadership, budget oversight, and clinical and teaching responsibilities within a comprehensive health system. The position offers a robust leadership path with opportunities for residency supervision, interdepartmental collaboration, and ongoing professional development in a

Qualifications

• Must be a physician with MD or DO and US medical license.
• Board-certified in a surgical specialty with approved residency or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of management and administrative leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Surgical Service Department and program operations.
• Direct budget, personnel management, and strategic planning for surgical services.
• Supervise clinical care, teaching, and resident supervision within the Department of Surgery.
• Coordinate with Chief of Staff and Medical Center Director to align with VA mission.
• Ensure performance standards and participate in program development and quality management.
• Provide direct patient care and surgical services as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

Administrative accomplishments

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven management

Clinical leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Education

MD degree

Medical license (US)

Residency in core surgical specialty

Board certification in surgical specialty

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System in Omaha, NE seeks a Chief of Surgical Services to lead the Surgical Service Department and advance veteran care.

The role emphasizes program leadership, budget oversight, and clinical and teaching responsibilities within a comprehensive health system. The position offers a robust leadership path with opportunities for residency supervision, interdepartmental collaboration, and ongoing professional development in a