Medical Director, Community Care

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.

01Basic 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 allopathic 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 accrediting bodies for graduate medical education, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA), in the list published for the year the residency, or fellowship if applicable, was completed; OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship, first year of residency, or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States; OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement), 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.

Exceptions: 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 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.

In rare and unusual circumstances, the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer, who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience, accomplishments, performance, and qualifications warrant such action. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

02Physical Requirements

See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

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 Community Care Medical Director executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross services and/or discipline lines and influence the organizational healthcare mission.

This position is located within the Office of Community Care. The Community Care Medical Director provides clinical leadership and administrative oversight long-term care medical services. This role ensures high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered care through direct clinical involvement, interdisciplinary collaboration, policy development, and supervision of medical staff. The ideal candidate combines strong clinical expertise with proven leadership and program management experience.

This position will report to the Chief of Staff with 10% clinical time and 90% administrative time. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Patient Management Ten percent (10%) of time working Clinical. Ninety percent (90%) of time as Community Care Medical Director. Participate in the educational programs for service personnel as well as medical staff. Participate in monitoring the quality, safety, and appropriateness of patient care in Primary Care and Care in the Community.

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments within PACT and Care in the Community. Develop, implement, and review individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Maintain current knowledge of best practices in adult, geriatric and long-term care. Monitor patient outcomes and adjust clinical approaches as needed. Participate in and attend CME activities and VA continuing educational activities.

Complete medical records in accordance with Bylaws and Rules and Regulation of the Community Care Staff. Leadership & Administrative Oversight Oversee and coordinate clinical activities and medical staff across the Community Care program and facility. Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies. Participate in strategic planning, quality improvement initiatives, and performance monitoring.

Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings and care conferences to align treatment goals across teams. Attend Community Care Service management meetings, COS quarterly meetings as per bylaws and others as assigned by Chief of Staff. Policy, Program, and Quality Management Participate in quality assurance, peer reviews, and chart reviews. Develop and implement clinical policies, protocols, and standards of care. Lead or support the development of new programs and community health initiatives.

Track quality metrics and lead corrective action plans when standards are not met. Staff Leadership & Development Provide guidance, mentorship, and clinical supervision to physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Participate in the hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation of medical staff. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Community & Organizational Representation Represent the Community Care in communications, consultations, and conferences with other clinical, ancillary, and administrative services. Represent Community Care at medical meetings, community events, and stakeholder engagements. Serve as a clinical liaison with external partners, regulatory bodies, and community health organizations. Participate in Community Care Staff committee assignments. Perform other duties assigned by the Chief of Staff.

Work Schedule: 8am-4:30pm (Monday thru Friday)