Physician - Deputy Chief of Staff -Recruitment/Relocation Incentive Authorized

About the role

The VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) in Dallas, Texas is seeking a dynamic physician‑executive for the role of Deputy Chief of Staff. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled and energetic physician with proven leadership excellence, a passion for teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement. A strong track record of embracing systems redesign principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work integrally with the Chief of Staff team as a key executive in the planning, execution, oversight, and management of the highly complex health care services delivery, educational, and medical research enterprise.
• Serve as a member of the senior leadership team ensuring high quality patient care is delivered to Veterans and that facility programs reflect the mission and priorities of the VA.
• Provide direct oversight of clinical and research services in the achievement of VA/VHA performance goals in the absence of the Chief of Staff.
• Interact with an outstanding and diverse house staff and faculty; oversee basic and clinical research; help shape the dynamic evolution of an innovative VA Health Care System.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship (non‑citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited per VA policy).
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a VA‑approved school for the year of study.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or District of Columbia.
• Completion of residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty program leading to eligibility for board certification (ACGME or AOA accredited; or alternative pathways as described).
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Physical requirements: light lifting (

Qualifications

• Initial and ongoing ABMS or AOA Board Certification in a medical specialty with extensive clinical background.
• Three or more years of clinical leadership experience at a VA Medical Center at the Service Chief level or above.