Internal Medicine - Physician - Academics - Program Director
Company: VA San Diego Healthcare System - Veterans Health A
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Internal Medicine - Physician - Academics - Program Director at
VA San Diego Healthcare System - Veterans Health Administration
summary: The Chief of Medicine at the VA San Diego Healthcare
System oversees clinical operations, administrative functions, and
program development in Internal Medicine and related
subspecialties. This leadership role involves managing physicians
and staff, coordinating with the UCSD School of Medicine, and
promoting research and education within the department. The
position balances clinical duties with academic responsibilities,
including teaching, research, and strategic health system
initiatives. The VA San Diego Healthcare System is seeking an
experienced physician to serve as our Chief of Medicine. This
position will report directly to the Chief of Staff (COS). The
Chief of Medicine will be responsible for oversight, direction, and
joint program development with the University of California, San
Diego (UCSD) School of Medicine. This position requires an academic
appointment with our academic affiliate, the University of
California, San Diego School of Medicine. The Chief of Medicine is
responsible for oversight of all physician staff, providers, and
administrative staff in Medicine Service. In particular, the Chief
of Medicine is responsible for the full array of clinical
operations and administrative functions of inpatient Internal
Medicine, along with the subspecialties of Allergy, Cardiology,
Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology,
Geriatrics, Hematology/Oncology, Hospital Medicine, Infectious
Disease, Nephrology, Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, and
Sleep Medicine. This position offers a unique blend of
administrative responsibilities and the chance to engage in
teaching and research, with 10-45% of the role dedicated to
clinical work, subject to negotiation based on candidate
experience, and overall goals of Medicine Service and the facility
as a whole. You will lead performance improvement initiatives,
ensuring alignment with VASDHS and Medicine Service goals while
supervising Section Chiefs and administrative staff. Collaboration
with health system leadership on strategic initiatives is
essential, as is serving as the primary liaison with UCSD School of
Medicine to foster interdepartmental partnerships. In addition to
overseeing fiscal management and personnel administration, you will
promote research and education opportunities for academic
physicians, manage VA-approved research activities. Regular staff
meetings will keep your team informed about policies and goals,
while you develop position descriptions and performance standards.
Your role will also involve addressing grievances and managing
disciplinary actions, making a significant impact on healthcare and
education. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm excluding
Federal Government holidays. This position is not eligible for
telework or hybrid work. Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship.
Unrestricted U.S. Medical License. Successful completion of an
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or
American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited fellowship in
their specialty. Board Certification within their specialty. 3
years of supervisory experience. Record of academic accomplishments
commensurate with the rank of associate or full professor (required
for academic appointment of this position). Preferred
Qualifications: Prior VA Experience 5 years of supervisory
experience. Experience in administering programs, clinical
operations, teaching, and research. We offer: $325,000 - $400,000
compensation package based on training, specialty, experience, and
local labor market. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive is authorized
for a highly qualified applicant. Guaranteed salary increases. CME:
$1,000/year. Malpractice: VHA physicians are covered under the
Federal Tort Claims Act. No employment contracts, noncompete
clauses, or restrictive covenants. 26 days paid vacation; 13 days
paid sick time; 11 paid federal holidays. Federal Retirement
Pension and separate 401K with 5% agency match. Health, Dental,
Vision, and Life Insurance. Keywords: Internal Medicine, Physician
leadership, Medical director, Healthcare administration, Clinical
operations, Academic medicine, Medical education, Program
development, Veterans Affairs, Healthcare management
Keywords: VA San Diego Healthcare System - Veterans Health A, Cerritos , Internal Medicine - Physician - Academics - Program Director, Healthcare , San Diego, California
