ACOS Geriatrics Physician – VA Northern CA – Up to $350K + Loan Repayment

Description

Ready to lead and make a real difference for aging veterans? The VA Northern California Health Care System is looking for an Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) for Geriatric and Extended Care. This is your chance to join the executive leadership team and shape how we deliver care to our older veterans across Northern California. You'll oversee GEC operations spanning 13 sites, from Sacramento to Redding, Martinez to Stockton. We're offering a competitive salary, up to $200,000 in student loan repayment, and the kind of benefits that make federal employment stand out. If you're a seasoned clinician with strong leadership chops and a passion for geriatric care, we want to hear from you.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Providing leadership and direction for the entire GEC service line, including providers, clinical leaders, administrative managers, and support staff
• Overseeing all Geriatric and Extended Care operations across 13 VANCHCS sites throughout Northern California
• Developing strategic plans, policies, procedures, and organizational structures to fulfill the service line's mission
• Coordinating interdisciplinary service activities with other facility services and clinics to ensure quality patient care
• Working closely with Quality Management and actively participating in systems redesign initiatives to meet Joint Commission requirements
• Supporting staff development programs that upgrade knowledge and skills while preparing future leaders
• Managing personal clinic time as negotiated with the Deputy Chief of Staff

What you'll need to have:

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited)
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from an approved institution
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. state or territory
• Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty program
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Extensive and progressive leadership experience as both a clinician and administrator
• Exceptional interpersonal, operational, and facilitation skills
• Clinical and administrative experience in Geriatric or Extended Care (preferred)

Job Details

A Look at Our Benefits:

• Education Debt Reduction Program: Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) and Relocation Assistance available
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, plus possible 5 days for CME)
• Traditional federal pension with 5-year vesting plus 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many programs carry into retirement)
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage
• Up to $1,000 annual CME reimbursement
• No physician employment contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting