Amazing Chief Primary Care Opportunity Serving our Nations Hero's

Physician - Chief of Primary Care

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA

The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA, has an immediate opening for a full-time, Chief of Primary Care Physician. Shreveport is situated on the Red River in northwest Louisiana. Commonly known as the 'Ark-La-Tex', the point where Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas meet. You'll enjoy a unique combination of two great American heritages: a little Cajun, and since we're less than 15 minutes from the Texas border, a little Lone Star, too. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans. The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America’s Veterans.

Highlights of this position include:

The Chief, Primary Care Service is responsible for developing a comprehensive Primary Care/Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) program for the medical management and education of patients. The Chief is also responsible for the training program for all phases of Primary Care approved for this Medical Center. The incumbent plans, implements, directs, and evaluates the activities of the Service, including requirements for staffing, budget, equipment, and supplies. Although activities are carried out with the assistance of subordinates, the Chief is ultimately responsible for the success and fulfillment of the overall vision and mission of the program. The incumbent is responsible to the Chief of Staff for the overall management of Primary Care.