Physician – Service Chief, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
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Cleveland VA Healthcare System | Cleveland, Ohio
A Leadership Opportunity with Purpose
Are you an accomplished Pathologist seeking an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact while enjoying an exceptional quality of life?
The Cleveland VA Healthcare System is seeking an outstanding physician leader to serve as the Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service (P&LM). This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of laboratory medicine for our nation's Veterans while leading a highly skilled team dedicated to excellence in patient care.
At the Department of Veterans Affairs, you will find something increasingly rare in modern medicine-the ability to focus on quality patient care, strategic leadership, and professional fulfillment without the pressures of private practice productivity demands.
Why Cleveland VA?
As Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, you will oversee a comprehensive and technologically advanced pathology and laboratory program while serving as a key member of the medical center's leadership team.
You will provide executive oversight for:
Clinical and Anatomic Pathology operations
Laboratory quality management and regulatory compliance
Laboratory managers, quality managers, and section chiefs
Transfusion medicine, hematology, microbiology, chemistry, molecular diagnostics, cytology, surgical pathology, and point-of-care testing
Strategic planning, quality improvement initiatives, and laboratory innovation
Consultation and collaboration with medical staff throughout the healthcare system
Oversight of laboratory services provided across multiple care locations
This position offers a unique blend of clinical excellence, administrative leadership, mentorship, and healthcare system transformation.
Practice Medicine Without Burnout
Imagine a career where your expertise is valued and your work-life balance matters.
At VA, You Can Expect:
No production quotas
No physician employment contract
Minimal administrative burden compared to private-sector healthcare
Mission-driven patient care
Leadership autonomy and influence
A collaborative interdisciplinary culture
Stable federal employment
Meaningful impact on the lives of America's Veterans
Every day, you'll have the opportunity to care for those who have served our nation while helping shape the future of Veteran healthcare.
Interested: Please Forward your resume immediate to: [email protected]
Discover Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland has become one of America's most exciting and affordable cities, offering a remarkable quality of life for physicians and their families.
Enjoy:
Affordable cost of living compared to most major metropolitan areas
Beautiful Lake Erie waterfront living
Vibrant downtown entertainment district
Professional sports including the Cleveland Browns, Cavaliers, and Guardians
World-renowned arts and culture
Exceptional public and private schools
Family-friendly neighborhoods and suburbs
Four-season recreation with easy access to parks, golf, boating, hiking, and skiing
Explore Local Attractions:
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland Museum of Art
Playhouse Square (largest performing arts district outside New York City)
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cleveland Metroparks
Award-winning dining and culinary experiences
Whether you're seeking urban excitement, suburban comfort, or outdoor adventure, Cleveland offers an exceptional lifestyle at a fraction of the cost of many other physician markets.
Exceptional VA Benefits
Competitive Compensation Package
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Time Off
Up to 55 days paid time off annually
26 vacation days
13 sick leave days
11 federal holidays
Possible 5-day paid CME absence
Retirement
Federal pension plan
Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)
VA matching contributions up to 5%
Insurance
Comprehensive health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care options
Additional Benefits
Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized
Free malpractice coverage with tail protection
One unrestricted U.S. medical license accepted nationwide
CME reimbursement available
Regular salary increases and performance bonuses
Federal employment stability
The Mission Matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs operates the largest integrated healthcare system in the United States. Our mission is simple yet profound:
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan."
When you join VA, you become part of a healthcare system committed to serving those who have sacrificed for our nation.
This is more than a job.
It is an opportunity to lead, mentor, innovate, and leave a lasting legacy while caring for America's heroes.
Join Us
If you are a visionary Pathologist and proven healthcare leader ready to advance laboratory medicine while enjoying exceptional professional satisfaction and work-life balance, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.
Lead with purpose. Practice with excellence. Serve those who served.
Physician - Service Chief, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Cleveland VA Healthcare System
Cleveland, Ohio