Chief of Surgery

Seeking a Chief of Surgery- at the Dorn Columbia VA Medical Center who will also qualify for faculty appointment at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.
Join the most noble mission, succeed professionally, and maintain a healthy work-life balance here at the Dorn VA Columbia SC Health Care System!
The WJB Dorn Columbia, SC, Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced BC Surgeon to serve as Chief of Surgery. The selected candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year of management and academic experience in addition to 1 year leadership experience as a Service Chief or other senior leadership position in a multispecialty surgical service/department. Additionally, the selected candidate will qualify for faculty appointment at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.


The chief will be responsible for oversight of surgical procedures and related pre-operative and post-operative care, be expected to practice within their specialty, in addition to fulfilling administrative responsibilities, and will be expected to interact positively with the VA Health Care System's leadership team to lead and promote best evidence-based practices and surgical staff excellence and staff development.
Benefits:
Pay: Up to $400k p/year, 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, VA contributes 16.6% to pension ) 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: up to $1000 p/year
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
About us:
The Columbia VA Health Care System is a tertiary care teaching hospital providing the highest-level quality complex care with services ranging from cardio-thoracic and neurosurgery to primary and mental health care. We have a transplant program, surgical robotics unit, and medical research program for approximately 80,000 Veterans across South Carolina. This health care system includes a full range of inpatient and outpatient care, medical and surgical intensive care. Here at the VA, we don’t treat patients, we serve our nations Veterans. Dorn VAMC is affiliated with the University of South Carolina (USC) School of Medicine and provides teaching services for students and residents. USC is the state's flagship research university with Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, and an active Graduate School.
The Dorn VAMC can be found in Columbia, South Carolina, where Southern charm meets vibrant culture! Nestled in the heart of the Palmetto State, Columbia boasts a prime location with easy access to stunning natural landscapes & historic landmarks. Enjoy mild winters & balmy summers, perfect for exploring the city's attractions. Columbia offers four-season outdoor activity with several championship golf courses in the area and is a short drive from the mountains and the beach and is located near Lake Murray, a 50,000-acre lake with boating and recreational opportunities. Columbia invites you to experience Southern hospitality at every turn.