Physician - Associate Chief of Cardiologist

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) is seeking a Full-Time, Associate Chief of Cardiology to join the Specialty Care Service Line at the MVAMC in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The Associate Chief is a key leadership position that closely collaborates with and supports the Chief of Cardiology in overseeing the Division, focusing on strategic planning, administrative and supervisory roles that are essential for effective operations. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction, ongoing leadership support, vision, and optimized resourcing for the Division Help the Division Implement VA National, VISN and Medical Center directives. Monitor and optimize performance, care metrics, and maintain required documentation. Evaluate and Act on matters related to Divisional activities, efficiency, and productivity. Conduct periodic and annual ePerformance and other programmatic evaluations. Oversee quality assurance activities, and addressing care-related inquiries from patients and staff. Manage duty schedules and ensure smooth functioning across all sub-sections. Assist with leave management, premium pay, and VATAS-related tasks. Conduct OPPE and FPPE reviews and reporting. Address JPSR related matters. Coordinate training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in Cardiology. Collaborate with Minneapolis and VISN leadership to support updates and strategic initiatives. Oversight/direct supervision of Cardiology Advanced Practice Providers. 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.Contact the vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, 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 through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Alternative work hours, if desired, should be agreed upon at the time of hire.

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.