2026.02.15

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Chief of Surgery (MD/DO) position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Chief of Surgery, and it’s located in Montgomery, Alabama.

Dr.Job

How much can someone expect to earn in this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role ranges from $200,000 to $400,000.

Dr.Job

How is the final salary determined for this position?

Ms.Smith

They determine the final salary through a formal pay-setting process that considers education and length of practice, combining Base Pay and Market Pay.

Dr.Job

What are the basic requirements to qualify for this position?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, you need a degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine from an approved school, a current unrestricted license to practice, and completed residency training in an accredited core specialty program.

Dr.Job

Can non-citizens apply for this position?

Ms.Smith

Non-citizens can only be appointed if they can’t find qualified citizens, following VA Policy.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith