Physician - Associate Chief of Staff Perioperative Service - G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center – Jackson, MS
Updated 9/25/26
$350,000
– $400,000
yearly
39216, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center – Jackson, MS
Lead Surgical Excellence for America’s Veterans!
Are you a passionate physician leader who thrives in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments? The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center is seeking an inspirational executive for the position of Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS), Perioperative Service. Step into a key role where you will drive the future of surgical care for those who have served our nation.
Position Highlights:
- Visionary Leadership: Provide executive oversight and direction for all clinical and administrative activities within the Perioperative Service, ensuring the highest quality, safest, and most efficient surgical and procedural care for Veterans.
- Comprehensive Operational Management: Direct perioperative functions from Pre-operative Evaluation through Day-of-Surgery Admissions, to the Operating Rooms, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and related procedural areas.
- Policy & Process Development: Develop, implement, and maintain robust policies, procedures, and clinical pathways—guaranteeing regulatory compliance and best practices as defined by VHA directives, facility bylaws, and The Joint Commission standards.
- Collaborative Approach: Work seamlessly with Chiefs of Surgery, Anesthesiology, Nursing leadership, Sterile Processing, Pharmacy, Radiology, Laboratory, Logistics, and other facility services to deliver integrated, veteran-centered perioperative care.
- Team Builder: Recruit, select, and retain top perioperative clinicians and staff; nurture a culture of excellence and patient focus.
- Resource Stewardship: Manage OR time, personnel, equipment, and supplies—with an eye toward efficiency, safety, and optimal patient outcomes.
- Executive Authority: Exercise clinical and administrative oversight under VHA policy and facility bylaws, with delegated authority from the Chief of Staff.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
(with call coverage as needed)
Why Join VA Jackson?
- Nationally recognized benefits and competitive compensation
- Incredible team culture—collaborative, mission-driven, and dedicated to innovation
- Serve a diverse Veteran population in a vibrant Southern city
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Have a direct impact on the lives and health of America’s heroes
Bring your vision and expertise—lead the transformation of surgical care for Veterans.
Apply today and become a cornerstone of excellence at the VA.
Job Responsibilities
Likely starting base salary range: $350,000.00 - $400,000.00
Malpractice: Liability protection
50-55 days of annual paid time offer 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)
Federal Retirement Plan
Separate 401K with partial agency match
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Qualifications
Ability to manage clinical and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or
Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
Working Hours
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