Physician - Associate Chief of Staff (Geriatrics and Extended Care)

The Associate Chief of Staff for Geriatrics and Extended Care (ACOS-GEC) provides administrative, clinical, and programmatic leadership for the geriatric and extended care programs to ensure achievement of the clinical, research, and education goals. The ACOS-GEC reports to the Chief of Staff and service as a key clinical resource for the Medical Center Director and the Chief of Staff. Major Duties: VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be Approved 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 The ACOS-GEC is responsible for: Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Outpatient Clinics Geri-PACT Clinics Geriatric Evaluation Clinic Geriatric Medicine/Psychiatry Clinic Surgical Consultation (COGS) Transitions of Care Team (TCT) Palliative Care program Purchased Care Programs Home Health Skilled Nursing Contract Nursing Homes State Veteran Home Coordination Veteran Directed Care Medical Foster Home Dementia Systems of Care in accordance with the VHA Directive 1140.12 Supervisory Responsibilities: Customer Service- Bases planning on patient and staff feedback and projected needs, Plans the provision of services with a patient centered vision so as to enhance patient education and shared decision making, Establishes a customer-oriented culture and promotes hiring of persons who fit that culture, Actively identifies and encourages the implementation of best practices in customer service. Quality Improvement- Directs the continuous measurement and improvement of the quality of care provided by the service, Plans, coordinates, and ensures high quality care through utilization of multiple quality measurement tools, Improves patient outcomes through the implementation of strategies such as clinical practice guidelines and critical pathways, health risk assessments, algorithms to determine high risk Veterans, provider profiling, use of electronic medical record and clinical reminders, and case management. Research and Education - Encourages and supports research and education missions, Facilitates translation of research findings into improved patient outcomes, Encourages continuing education and career development for all personnel in the service, and ensures compliance with performance standards, Creates a climate where continuous learning and self-development are valued. Budget and Fiscal Management- Responsible for the financial management of the service, including budget planning and management, Develops the annual strategic and budget plan for the service consistent with guidance and goals from the Director's Office and/or Fiscal Service, develops and implements tracking methods to monitor the service's fiscal activities, Collaborates with other service chiefs in the development and execution of the overall Medical Center strategic and business plan. Team Building- Develops an interdisciplinary team of innovative, highly motivated individuals who are continuously striving for excellence in patient care and customer service. Human Resources Management- Responsible for assuring appropriate action in such matters as promotions, selections, rewards and recognition, training, and problem resolution as these actions relate to the service. Communications- Effectively communicates with service employees, patients and their families, employees fromother services, stake holders, the triad, and VISN and VACO staff when required. Exhibits clear, honest, and open communications in meetings and other interactions. Clinical Responsibilities- Provides direct patient care within the GEC service. Academic/Teaching/Training- Provides leadership, guidance, and consultation on staff education and development. Promotes best practices and evidence-based medical care, through staff education, and promotion and teaching of GRECC affiliated trainee/student/resident/fellow rotations through the GEC service. Work Schedule: Permanent; Full-Time; Mon-Fri 08:00 am - 4:30 pm 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. Requirements: 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 dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical 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.