Associate Chief of Staff - of Geriatric and Extended Care

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Castle Point, NY

Full-time - Executive

Castle Point, NY

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) for the Rehab and Extended Care is an executive leadership position that oversees the department responsible for providing comprehensive healthcare services to veterans. This role encompasses the planning, development, coordination, direction, and evaluation of various services including Geriatrics, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Audiology, Whole Health, Community Living Centers, Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC), Palliative Care, and Administrative Medicine and Therapy departments. The ACOS plays a critical role in ensuring that the services provided meet the highest standards of quality and accessibility for veterans, focusing on improving patient outcomes and enhancing the overall healthcare experience. In this position, the ACOS is expected to maintain a critical onsite presence for daily operations, which includes overseeing the credentialing and privileging of healthcare providers, monitoring key clinical metrics, and formulating action plans to address any issues that may arise. The ACOS will also be responsible for ensuring that the department meets its clinical, research, and educational goals, serving both inpatient and outpatient populations. The role requires a strong commitment to promoting positive health outcomes for veterans and ensuring that the services provided are aligned with the mission and values of the Veterans Health Administration. The VA Hudson Valley offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and generous paid time off. The ACOS will also benefit from a traditional federal pension plan and a federal 401K with contributions from the VA. Additionally, the position includes various insurance options and potential reimbursement for continuing medical education (CME). This full-time role operates Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, with no significant restrictions on moonlighting, allowing for flexibility in professional engagements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, developing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating of Rehab and Extended Care services.
• Maintain a critical onsite presence for daily operations.
• Manage the credentialing and privileging of healthcare providers.
• Monitor key clinical metrics and formulate action plans as needed.
• Ensure the achievement of clinical, research, and educational goals.
• Provide comprehensive healthcare services to both inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Promote positive health outcomes for veterans.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
• Must have a full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.
• Participation in the COVID-19 vaccination program is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in executive leadership roles within healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with the Veterans Health Administration policies and procedures.
• Board certification in a relevant medical specialty.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses.
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (including annual leave, sick leave, and paid Federal holidays).
• Traditional federal pension with 5 years vesting.
• Federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options.
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for continuing medical education (CME).
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.