Physician (Dermatology Section Chief)

The Dermatology Section Chief serves as the clinical and administrative lead for Dermatology services at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. The incumbent is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based dermatologic care across outpatient clinics, procedural dermatology (excluding Mohs micrographic surgery), inpatient consults, and teledermatology. NOTE: This announcement will be open until the position is filled. Applications will be sent to the hiring manager every two weeks. This announcement may close prior to the closing date listed if a selection has been made. The Section Chief ensures access, continuity, patient safety, compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with VHA directives while fostering education, scholarly activity, and interprofessional collaboration. This facility does not provide Mohs micrographic surgery. The Section Chief will establish and manage safe, timely referral pathways for Mohs and select advanced dermatologic oncology procedures via VISN tertiary partners and/or community care, ensuring continuity and follow-up. Duties include, but are not limited to: Clinical Care Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic dermatologic conditions for Veteran patients. Perform dermatologic procedures excluding Mohs: shave, punch, and incisional biopsies; benign and selected malignant lesion excisions; cryotherapy; ED&C; intralesional injections; phototherapy oversight; patch testing where available. Conduct inpatient and ED consults; support hospitalist and surgical teams in dermatologic co-management. Utilize teledermatology (store-and-forward and video visits) to expand access across the facility and CBOCs. Coordinate dermatopathology services, ensuring timely and accurate pathologic interpretation and follow-up. Manage referrals for advanced derm-oncology care and all Mohs cases to VISN centers and/or community care; ensure documentation, communication, and follow-up plans are established prior to referral completion. Leadership & Administration Lead strategic planning, service design, and operational oversight for the Dermatology Section. Develop and manage clinic templates, panel size, provider schedules, and procedural blocks to meet access targets. Oversee staffing, recruitment, onboarding, competency validation, mentoring, and performance appraisals for dermatology staff. Collaborate with Medicine Service leadership, Group Practice Management, Business Office, Telehealth, Pharmacy, and Nursing to optimize workflows and resource allocation. Steward equipment, supply formularies, and minor capital requests; support P&T matters relevant to dermatology. Lead policy development and routine review (e.g., procedural safety checklists, biopsy tracking, pathology reconciliation). VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): 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. Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN9HREDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator 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 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm