Primary Care (Deputy Chief)
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Make a Difference in Veteran Care While Enjoying Southern
Hospitality in Louisiana! The Alexandria VA Health Care Network in
Louisiana is dedicated to advocating for a Whole Health System of
care in each of our Medical Centers. This innovative approach
empowers and equips our Veterans to take charge of their health and
well-being, allowing them to live life to the fullest. As part of
this dynamic team, you will be instrumental in creating
personalized health plans for our Veterans, fostering healing
relationships and environments, and connecting them back to their
community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration
(VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing
exceptional healthcare that improves their health and well-being.
Deputy Chief of Primary Care Key Responsibilities: - Typical Shift:
M-F, 8am-4:30pm, (extended hours as needed) - This position is
telehealth eligible (virtual visits- video, remote care by
telephone) - Provides clinical care on an as-needed (prn) float
basis - Administrative/managerial responsibilities include the
southern Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC); e.g. Lafayette,
Jennings, and Lake Charles - Leadership duties include direction
for primary care providers, clinical leaders, and administrative
support staff (southern CBOC’s) - Acting Chief in the absence of
Chief of Primary Care - Protected administrative time - Access to
Clinical Pharmacists and Clinical Psychologists at each location -
May qualify for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200K
over a 5-year period) Preferred Experience: - Board Certified in
Internal/Family Medicine - Supervisory/Administrative experience
preferred - Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be
considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found - Current full and
unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State,
Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or District of
Columbia. What We Offer: - Competitive Salary: $232,000 - $343,000
- Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year, including 26 days of
annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays. -
Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
and a federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA. -
Comprehensive Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term
life/long-term care, with many programs carrying into retirement. -
Flexibility: No physician employment contract and no significant
restriction on - Professional Development: Up to 5 days’ paid leave
and reimbursement of $1,000 per - Malpractice: Free liability
protection with tail coverage provided If you are passionate about
making a real difference in the lives of Veterans and looking for
an enriching living experience, contact me today!
krysta.earhart@va.gov OR book an appointment with me to discuss
this exciting opportunity! Click Here Note: If you have previously
applied for this position, your application has already been
reviewed. Embrace a fulfilling career and a peaceful life in
Louisiana. Join us and be part of the journey to honor America's
Veterans!"
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