Join the Salisbury VA Healthcare System as Pulmonary Section Chief (Physician)

Join the Salisbury VA Healthcare System as Pulmonary Section Chief (Physician)

Salisbury, North CarolinaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$340,000 – $400,000Pay listed on source · unverified
PulmonologyFull-timeMonday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Overview

Location
Salisbury, North Carolina
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Source-listed pay
$340,000 – $400,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
VA Medical Center · Veterans Affairs Hospital

Role summary

The VA Medical Center in Salisbury is seeking a Pulmonary Section Chief with board certification in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, offering a salary range of $340,000-$400,000 plus annual bonuses, up to $200K loan repayment, generous paid time off, and comprehensive federal benefits. The role includes leadership responsibilities, a Monday-Friday daytime schedule, and teaching affiliations with Wake Forest University.

What the posting highlights

  • Patient population: Veteran community
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$340k–$400k
Physician-reported total comp$348k–$545k · $460k median
$315kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$570k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$340,000 – $400,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
roven track record in overseeing and training medical trainees. Benefits Include: Salary: $340,000-$400,000 (Sign on Bonus-Authorized) Education Debt Reduction Repayment : Up to 200K student loan re
Observed
1 mo ago
Compensation model
Base salary with annual performance bonuses and regular salary increases
Bonus / incentives
Annual performance bonuses · Included in competitive salary
Loan repayment
$200,000
PTO
11 weeks

Benefits named in the posting

  • Federal pension with 5-year vesting
  • 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions
  • Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care coverage
  • CME Reimbursement up to $2,500 annually
  • Free malpractice liability insurance with tail coverage
  • Up to 55 days annual leave including sick leave, federal holidays, CME leave
Next steps

Employer

Department of Veterans Affairs

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
VA Medical Center
Facility type
Veterans Affairs Hospital
Patient population
Veteran community
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
North Carolina
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
VA Medical Center

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $340,000–$400,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • How is the $200,000 loan repayment structured — forgiven over time, contingent on service years, or paid up front?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?

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Work Design

Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Shift type
Day shifts
Admin burden
Leadership role overseeing Pulmonary programs and training medical trainees
FTE
1
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No
Visa sponsorship
no
J-1 waiver
Yes

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
95%

Full description

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: $340,000-$400,000 (Sign on Bonus-Authorized) Education Debt Reduction Repayment : Up to 200K student loan repayment 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