What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACADEMIC/FACULTY/RESEARCH PHYSICIAN position at Veterans Health Administration?
This full-time position for a physician clinician-educator (open to all specialties) within the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System VAGLA at the West LA Medical Center provides leadership for all Health Professions Education (HPE) programs, working under the direction of the Designated Education Officer (DEO). VAGLA administers the largest VA-funded educational program in the nation, with over 3,000 trainees across various disciplines including medical, dental, nursing, and associated health.
The Deputy Designated Education Officer (DDEO) assists the DEO in overseeing all health professions training at VAGLA while ensuring quality and maintaining educational affiliations. The DDEO provides leadership in clinical, educational, and administrative capacities, with preferred expertise in educational accreditation, financing, and policy. Strong skills in communication, project management, and interpersonal relations are essential.
Key responsibilities include overseeing trainee recruitment, onboarding, and performance, enhancing training quality based on feedback, and establishing affiliation agreements between the VA and educational institutions. The DDEO serves as a liaison between affiliate organizations, program directors, and VA staff across all clinical disciplines, facilitating seamless coordination of training programs. The DDEO works closely with the DEO and the Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) to expand programs, provide guidance, and resolve challenges, emphasizing leadership.
