Physician (Associate Chief of Staff, Primary Care)

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.

Welcome to Salt Lake City, where the serenity of a mountain getaway meets metropolitan energy. Forget what you think you know; adventure here isn't just on the slopes. Explore art, breweries, music and a vibrant culinary scene, all nestled against breathtaking landscapes. It's a city that challenges expectations, offering a unique blend of wild beauty and urban discovery. Frequently referred to as the "Crossroads of the West," its location is also ideal for longer road trips north to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks and south to Utah's mighty 5. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP Participants are ineligible to apply for the program. Contact David Billingsly at david.billingsleyjr@va.gov or (405) 456-3653 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 Duties: - Provide direct patient care within the credentialed scope of practice. - Oversee operations of the Primary Care service/clinic, including day-to-day supervision of staff. - Serve as clinical leader, providing guidance to primary care practitioners (physicians, NPs, PAs, RNs, LPNs, and allied health professionals). - Develop, implement, and monitor processes to ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care. - Assure compliance with VA, federal, and local policies, regulations, and performance standards. - Supervise, hire, and evaluate clinical staff; ensure completion of required training and competency assessments. - Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and population health management initiatives. - Lead or participate in service line meetings, committees, and strategic planning activities. - Guide the development and implementation of clinical protocols, policies, and procedures. - Promote team-based care and interdisciplinary collaboration. - Provide education and mentoring to staff, trainees, and students as appropriate. - Engage in workforce planning, workload analysis, and resource management. - Act as a liaison between Primary Care and other clinical or administrative services. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

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.