Physician - Chief of Staff

The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is actively seeking applicants for the Chief of Staff (COS). Searching for a board-certified physician who is an energetic and visionary leader with strong leadership, managerial, organizational, communication, and clinical skills who can build upon the strengths of the current clinical services. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for highly qualified applicants. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): 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 Chief of Staff is a member of the senior executive leadership team and is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective patient care while overseeing medical staff development. The COS plays an active role in maintaining strong relationships with affiliated academic institutions, recruiting highly qualified licensed independent practitioners, ensuring compliance with VA and accreditation requirements, supporting research and education programs, and fostering a culture of continuous process improvement, patient safety, and exceptional Veteran-centered care. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Demonstrates outstanding clinical judgement and leadership in ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Interprets and evaluates clinical information to support effective decision-making and patient outcomes. Ensures timely and appropriate treatment and intervention throughout clinical services. Recognizes emergency situations and ensures prompt and appropriate action. Maintains confidentiality and protects patient privacy in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Develops and maintains evidence-based clinical and management practices throughout the organization. Ensures compliance with Medical Staff Bylaws and serves as Chair of the Medical Executive Council and other assigned clinical oversight committees. Operates under the Executive Career Field Performance Plan and is evaluated by the Medical Center Director. Serves as a mentor and leader for physicians, licensed independent practitioners, residents, allied health professionals, and administrative staff. Leads the planning, organization, coordination, and execution of clinical, educational, and research programs. Demonstrates broad knowledge of healthcare operations, quality improvement, performance management, accreditation standards, graduate medical education, and residency program development. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility.