Join the Salisbury VA Healthcare System as Pulmonary Section Chief (Physician) - Sign-On Bonus Authorized

Join the Salisbury VA Healthcare System as Pulmonary Section Chief (Physician) - Sign-On Bonus Authorized

The Salisbury VA Medical Center is inviting applications for a full-time Chief of Pulmonary to deliver exceptional care and lead our Pulmonary programs. Enjoy a fulfilling medical career with ample growth and mobility opportunities, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits. Join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of our nation's veterans as part of the Medicine Service.

About the Role:

As the Chief of Pulmonary Medicine, you'll lead the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of pulmonary conditions, including but not limited to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pulmonary hypertension, and respiratory failure. Your expertise will profoundly impact the health and well-being of our veteran community, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may be considered if qualified citizens are not available in accordance with VA Policy.
• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state, territory, or D.C.
• Completion of an accredited residency in a core specialty
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

Preferred Candidate:

• Possesses five years of experience, holding board certifications in both Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, with demonstrated leadership skills and a proven track record in overseeing and training medical trainees.

Benefits Include:

• Salary: $285,000-$400,000 (Sign on Bonus-Authorized)
• Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Including annual performance bonuses and regular salary increases
• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 55 days per year (annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, CME leave)
• Retirement Plans: Federal pension with 5-year vesting and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions
• Health & Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care coverage
• CME Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 annually (full-time, board-certified physicians)
• Malpractice Coverage: Free liability insurance with tail coverage
• Flexible Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• No Employment Contract Restrictions: No restrictions on moonlighting opportunities

Why Join Us?

• Serve our nation’s heroes and make a lasting impact
• Academic affiliation with Wake Forest University
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, interdisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV and cover letter to Annie Luckey, Physician Recruiter, at Annie.luckey@va.gov.

The W.G. Hefner VAMC is a 484-bed medical center located in Salisbury, North Carolina. Inpatient services are provided for acute medicine, cardiology, surgery, psychiatry, physical rehabilitation, subacute and extended care, neuropsychiatry services, psychiatric intensive care, and geropsychiatry. Primary and specialized outpatient services are provided at the medical center and outpatient clinics. The medical center is affiliated with Wake Forest University School of Medicine, with a focus on resident involvement in primary care, dermatology, rehabilitation, ophthalmology, and psychiatry. The Salisbury VAMC is recognized as one of the largest employers in Rowan County and enjoys the recognition and respect of the community through an active outreach program.

Community Information:

Salisbury provides all the perks of a small town but is located just 40 minutes down Hwy I-85 from Charlotte,NC which is the 33rd largest metropolitan in the nation boasting 1.84 million in population. Both Greensboro, NC and Winston-Salem NC are located within 1 hours drive. Salisbury has a population of 26,548, and is the county seat of Rowan County. It is also the home of three colleges: Catawba College, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and Livingstone College

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service