U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Podiatrist (Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Services)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Harlingen, Texas, United States, 78552
The Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Service serves as the administrative and clinical Section Chief for Pathology and Laboratory Service at VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System. They oversee clinical operations, ensure quality outcomes and patient safety, direct budgeting, human resources, strategic planning, and program development, and integrate clinical and administrative functions to achieve the organization’s mission.
Responsibilities
Oversee clinical operations with responsibility for quality outcomes and patient safety.
Manage budget and fiscal resources.
Supervise human resources and staff development.
Lead strategic planning and program development.
Ensure compliance with accrediting bodies such as the Joint Commission, CAP, and OIG.
Inspire, motivate, and guide Pathology and Laboratory staff toward strategic goals.
Collaborate with other management officials to advance the mission of the VHA.
Qualifications
Physician, board certified by the American Board of Pathology.
Unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.
Full‑time commitment with board certification required for CME reimbursement.
Application Process Open Continuous announcement, remaining open until December 8, 2025, or until all positions are filled. First cut‑off date is November 6, 2025. Applicants remain active for 3 months after initial application or update through the USAJobs account.
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30.
Benefits
Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.
50‑55 days paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, and possible 5 day CME absence).
Traditional federal pension with 5‑year vesting and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution.
Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care insurance programs; many can be carried into retirement.
Malpractice coverage with free liability protection and tail coverage.
No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
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Responsibilities
Oversee clinical operations with responsibility for quality outcomes and patient safety.
Manage budget and fiscal resources.
Supervise human resources and staff development.
Lead strategic planning and program development.
Ensure compliance with accrediting bodies such as the Joint Commission, CAP, and OIG.
Inspire, motivate, and guide Pathology and Laboratory staff toward strategic goals.
Collaborate with other management officials to advance the mission of the VHA.
Qualifications
Physician, board certified by the American Board of Pathology.
Unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.
Full‑time commitment with board certification required for CME reimbursement.
Application Process Open Continuous announcement, remaining open until December 8, 2025, or until all positions are filled. First cut‑off date is November 6, 2025. Applicants remain active for 3 months after initial application or update through the USAJobs account.
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30.
Benefits
Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.
50‑55 days paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, and possible 5 day CME absence).
Traditional federal pension with 5‑year vesting and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution.
Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care insurance programs; many can be carried into retirement.
Malpractice coverage with free liability protection and tail coverage.
No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
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