This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT & will remain open until November 13, 2026 or until positions are filled. Eligible applications received will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur. This position is also being announced under announcement number: Podiatrist: CAZM-13039526-26-NS VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified applicants. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting The Central TX Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS) is seeking a highly qualified and motivated professional to serve as the Deputy Chief, Imaging Service.
This leadership position plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic and interventional imaging services that directly enhance the care of our Nation's Veterans. The Deputy Chief serves as a key member of the Imaging Service leadership team. The Physician, Deputy Chief, Radiologist duties include but are not limited to the following: Daily work/ administrative assignments as assigned by Chief of the Imaging Service.
The Deputy Chief shall be the primary supervisor for the Imaging Physician Staff, including reviewing eperformance, RVU and productivity goals. Working with Imaging Technical Staff and organizing the radiologist's clinical rotation schedule. Participate and be involved in the Tumor Board Schedule. Update SOP's and check lists when indicated. Oversee the MRI /LDCT/ Mammography LIP programs as assigned by Service Chief. Inventory management.
Ensures the Internal Peer Reviews program is monitored, and addresses issues identified. Ensures the On-going Provider Performance Evaluation (OPPE) and Focused Provider Performance Evaluation (FPPE) processes are in place and utilized to evaluate radiologist performance. Over-site of the Imaging Service CBOC's radiologic administrative/ clinical needs. Shall be the backup and the subject matter expert for Imaging Service Chief.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm with rotating on call duty and holidays.
Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.
Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.
NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.
The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $380000 – $400000/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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