Deputy Chief of Medicine

Join a premier academic-affiliated VA medical center in sunny Southern California. The VA Long Beach Healthcare System! Lead the Future of Veteran Care – Now Hiring Deputy Chiefs of Medicine. This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of one of VA’s most comprehensive and innovative medicine departments. You will support operational excellence, foster academic growth, and lead initiatives to advance care quality, access, and Veteran satisfaction. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for individuals with a passion for team-based care, academic involvement, and health system transformation.

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Why This Role?

Play a key role in both inpatient and outpatient leadership, offering high-level integration and system-wide impact. You will play a key role in supporting clinical excellence and promoting department and facility-wide objectives. Collaborate closely with the Chief of Medicine and multidisciplinary teams to advance facility-wide initiatives. Enjoy strong partnerships with academic institutions that support research, teaching, and professional development. Deliver innovative, compassionate care to those who have served our nation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven clinical leadership and team-building experience.  

• A record of academic engagement or operational innovation

• Commitment to continuous improvement and Veteran-centered care.

• Passion for teaching, team building, and health systems improvement. 

Competitive Annual Salary: Ranging at $300,000- $400,000. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Furthermore, employees can qualify for Proficiency Awards, which are available in addition to Pay for Performance incentives. Regular salary reviews will occur every two years, and all employees will receive cost-of-living adjustments annually.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-4:30pm 

Academic Affiliations: University of California, Irvine. Faculty appointment is required with the relevant affiliate university program.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Liability protection coverage.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits for you and your family.

• Generous paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays.

• Competitive retirement plans, including the Thrift Savings Plan with employer matching contributions.

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