Physician (Deputy Chief of Staff)

Full Job Description

The Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) will provide direct oversight of clinical services, ensure access to Veterans for clinical care/services, ensure productivity of clinical staff, create, sign and administer the medical by laws and clinical policy for Roseburg VA Health Care System (RVAHCS) and make clinical decisions on behalf of the RVHACS.

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.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

Physical Requirements: This position requires light lifting (under 15 pounds); light carrying (under 15 pounds); use of fingers; both hands required; walking/standing (1 hour); repeated bending (1 hour); both eyes required; depth perception; ability to distinguish basic colors/shades of colors; hearing (aid may be permitted); emotional & mental stability; typing/computer work (6+ hours); basic life support-chest compressions; and ability to speak clearly and concisely-normal cognitive screen such as MMSE, MOCA, etc.

Environmental Factors: Working closely with others; working alone; working in dim lighting; and long periods of sitting. Major Duties:

Roseburg is the heart of the scenic and recreational paradise known as the Land of Umpqua. This land of authentic outdoor adventures and experiences is bordered by picturesque rivers and lush valleys.

Roseburg, centrally located in the of Douglas County, Oregon is known for its 359 miles of streams along the north and south forks of the Umpqua River.

The Roseburg area reflects small-town values, has dedicated business leaders and a strong education system from K-12 to our local community college.

The community possesses a hardworking, well-trained workforce.

These characteristics have proved instrumental in drawing new residents and companies to the region, while keeping families here for generations. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Relocation Incentive: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates 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 Deputy Chief of Staff will serve as Acting Chief of Staff in the absence of the Chief of Staff and participate in recruitment interviews for key staff members.

Duties include but not limited to: Demonstrates clinical experience across 2-3 Clinical specialties. At least 5 years to include at least 3 years of clinical leadership.

Experience using data analysis for solutions at a department level. Active in council or committee work.

Large healthcare system clinical performance improvement and metrics improvement (multiple types of practice).

Experience with 3 or electronic health records may include Oracle Cerner, experience overseeing the training of clinical staff on a EHR's use.

Healthcare level experience with budget development and monitoring. Expand collaborations with the community hospitals and medical schools in order to increase and/or enhance our services at RVACHS.

Monitor Patient Safety and Risk Management issues and ensuring that the issues are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

Responsible to lead and participate as an active member of various task groups and committees that address clinical issues at the local, VISN, and national VHA level.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm Additional Requirement: EHR and/or Oracle Health system preferred, Veteran Health Administration preferred, or experience across multiple practice settings preferred.