Physician-Chief of Surgery

The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, in Fayetteville, AR, is seeking a full-time, board certified Chief of Surgery . We are fully committed to providing top quality medical care by serving and honoring Americas Veterans.

Candidates must possess an active, current, unrestricted license in any U.S. State.

Highlights of this opportunity :

• Potential starting base salary range :  $ 200-$400K
• Permanent full-time position
• Daily schedule : To be discussed with hiring supervisor
• Outstanding interpersonal skills are essential, as the successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary staff in the delivery of excellent health care to our nation's Veterans.
• The Chief of Surgery will be expected to practice within their specialty, in addition to fulfilling their administrative responsibilities.
• Candidates must have the skill set to interact positively with the Medical Center's leadership team to lead and promote surgical staff excellence and staff development.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package for physicians, including up to 55 days off annually, affordable health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance, up to 12 weeks of paid paternity / maternity leave, malpractice insurance that includes tail coverage, and more. Working for federal employers allows you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.

Dont miss this chance to join our team and serve those who have served us! #WorkatVA

Please contact me at bradly.cargill@va.gov to discuss this exciting opportunity!

Fayetteville is nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, and is an outdoor paradise with hiking, golf, fishing, rafting, boating, and four distinct seasons. Fayetteville is the home of the University of Arkansas "Razorbacks" which provides the community with a college atmosphere. The area is home to several fortune 500 businesses such as Wal-Mart, Tyson Foods, and J. B. Hunt Trucking, who have been generous benefactors for the community and the arts. In the neighboring community of Bentonville, Crystal Bridges Museum has been labeled as one the top 10 must see places in America. Fayetteville has outstanding public schools, excellent parks and trail system and is ranked as 4th "best college sports town" and 8th for business and careers by Forbes Magazine. Fayetteville is ranked as 7th best city in America to work, live and play by Kiplinger. The cost of living is 90% of the national average with affordable housing available in all price ranges.