The Occupational Health Service Chief oversees all clinical and administrative functions of the Employee Occupational Health (EOH) program, ensuring compliance with VA Handbook 5019. The Chief provides medical leadership, directs occupational health activities, and ensures the protection, safety, and medical readiness of all VA employees. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. II. Clinical Responsibilities (60%) The Occupational Health Service Chief is authorized to perform, supervise, and/or direct the following: A. Employee Clinical Evaluations -Pre-placement and onboarding medical examinations. -Fitness-for-Duty assessments and return-to-work determinations. -Evaluation and management of occupational injuries or exposures. -Work-related illness assessment and clinical decision-making. -Clearance for respirator use, OSHA-mandated surveillance, and other job-specific evaluations. B. Medical Surveillance & Compliance Programs -Lead and manage OSHA-required medical surveillance (respirator, asbestos, blood borne pathogens, hearing, chemical exposures, etc.). -Oversee immunization programs (influenza, hepatitis B, COVID-19, etc.). -Direct tuberculosis screening programs and infectious disease containment protocols. -Maintain compliance with VA, federal, and accrediting body standards. C. Employee Health Management -Provide confidential medical guidance for employees regarding occupational health conditions. -Participate in reasonable accommodation medical assessments. -Oversee medical aspects of Workers' Compensation cases. -Coordinate emergency response and disaster preparedness medical support. -Order diagnostic tests relevant to occupational conditions. -Prescribe medications appropriate for occupational health evaluation and treatment. -Initiate referrals for specialty care when clinically indicated. -Perform procedures such as immunizations, PPD placement/reading, arthrocentesis if trained, and other standard occupational-health-related clinical procedures. -Clinical practice is limited to occupational health and related medical oversight. The Chief does not serve as a primary care provider for non-occupational medical conditions unless explicitly assigned by facility leadership. III. Administrative Responsibilities (40%)The Occupational Health Service Chief is responsible for: -Direct oversight of all Occupational Health operations and staff. -Ensuring compliance with VA Handbook 5019 policies and updates. -Developing and implementing internal EOH policies and clinical procedures. -Maintaining accurate medical documentation and regulatory reporting. -Collaborating with Human Resources, Safety, Infection Control, and Facility Leadership. -Maintain regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and documentation standards. -Ensure timely evaluation of employees and efficient service delivery. -Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA standards in all employee medical interactions. -Foster a culture of safety, prevention, employee wellness, and professional integrity. -Leading and contributing to committees such as: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Accident Review Board, Environment of Care, Reasonable Accommodation Committe, Emergency Preparedness Groups Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or other supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. Veterans' Preference Note: Preference eligible candidates and other Veterans will be given preference when qualification of candidates are approximately equal for Title 38 positions in VHA. When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.