The Associate Chief of Staff for Research and Development provides administrative, clinical, and programmatic leadership for the Medical Center's Research and Development Service to help ensure achievement of the clinical, research, and education goals. Expected to have an established record of collaborative research with academic institutions and to be familiar with research data analysis and interpretation at a proficiency level sufficient to allow for presentations and publications.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Additional Requirement: Preferred Experience: Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass a physical.
Qualifications The incumbent is a board-certified physician with advanced clinical experience as well as demonstrated administrative and leadership skills. Also, meets the requirements for a faculty appointment at one or more of the facility's academic affiliates. The applicant must have: (1) Demonstrated skills in providing clinical interface with academic affiliates and other key stakeholders. (2) Documented ability to coordinate a broad continuum of programs. (3) Management experience with strong administrative and interpersonal skills. (4) Demonstrated commitment to an interdisciplinary approach to care delivery. Functions/Responsibilities The responsibilities include oversight and administration of the Medical Center's Research and Development program as well as hands on clinical work. A. Customer Service Bases planning on feedback and projected needs. 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. Breaks barriers that impede good service delivery. Empowers staff to resolve problems and complaints independently at the lowest level. Shares resources to service customers effectively and efficiently. Plans the provision of services to enhance VA research and shared decision making. Quality Improvement Directs the continuous measurement and improvement of the quality of work performed by the service. Plans, coordinates, and ensures high quality research through utilization of multiple quality measurement tools. Ensures R&D's ability to meet standards issued by various accrediting and regulatory groups and VACO. Research and Education Encourages continuing education for all personnel in the service and ensures compliance with performance standards. Creates a climate where continuous learning and self development are valued. Encourages and supports research and education missions. Facilitates translation of research findings into improved patient outcomes. Budget and Fiscal Management Responsible for the financial management including budget planning and management for Research and Development Service. Develops the annual strategic and budget plan for the R&D program consistent with guidance and established goals. 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. Plans initiatives and develops programs in collaboration with other services in order to ensure coordination of service, reduction of redundancies, and enhancement of cost effectiveness. Stays abreast of and educates staff about changing conditions in health care. Encourages and rewards risk-taking and entrepreneurial behavior. Encourages demonstration projects, pilots and other experimental approaches, which may lead to the development of alternative revenue streams and other gains in the organizational outcomes. A comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program: Not Authorized 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: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday - Friday