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Physician-Primary Care-Section Chief/Clinical Director (PACT)

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time physician job as Primary Care Section Chief and Clinical Director at the Veterans Health Administration, based in Sierra Vista, Arizona, within the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System. The role supervises providers and runs clinic operations while also treating Veterans. It is an open continuous announcement, the work schedule is four 10-hour shifts, and travel of up to 25% may be required.

1 vacancy (the announcement may also be used to fill additional vacancies)

It may close early. The announcement may close before the closing date if the position is filled another way, and referrals are sent on cut-off dates every two weeks starting October 30, 2026.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

This job is open to U.S. citizens. Non-citizens may be appointed only when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens, under VA policy.

What you would do

  • Oversee primary care operations and providers under VA and federal rules
  • Develop, review, and carry out clinic policies and procedures
  • Review and respond to Veteran complaints with clinic managers
  • Provide direct patient care, including ordering tests and prescribing medication
  • Report to Primary Care leadership on quality improvement progress

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With experience: The announcement does not list a required number of years of experience. Residency training is required (see education). Preferred: board eligible or board certified in internal medicine or family practice.

With education: You need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from a school approved by VA for the year you finished. You also need residency training in an accredited core specialty program that leads to board eligibility, with some exceptions for residents and rare cases approved by the VISN Director.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or D.C.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • C.V. and/or resume (the 2-page resume requirement does not apply)
  • DD-214 showing dates and character of service if claiming veterans' preference
  • SF-15 with proof if claiming 10-point veterans' preference
  • Documents showing dates of impending separation if still on active duty and expecting release within 120 days

How you will be rated: Applicants are rated on how well they meet the listed qualifications. Your application, resume, C.V., and supporting documents will be verified, and errors or omissions may affect consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • If you hold board certification or board eligibility in internal medicine or family practice, state it clearly, since it is preferred.
  • If claiming veterans' preference, upload your DD-214 and SF-15 with proof, or the claim may not be awarded.
  • Make sure your MD or DO degree, residency training, and license details are complete and accurate, since errors can affect consideration.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Compressed schedule eligible: four 10-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment sign-on bonus approved. Education Debt Reduction Program (student loan repayment) may be available, with awards up to $200,000 over one to five years; former EDRP participants are not eligible. Annual performance bonus and up to $1,000 per year in CME reimbursement are also listed.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship (with the non-citizen exception above)
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable ID; non-REAL ID state IDs are not accepted
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical exam
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required (or approved exemption)
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$275,000 – $285,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
Sierra Vista, Arizona
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
25% or less
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
Yes
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CBSX-13095280-27-KR

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