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 Physician – Chief of Medicine 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 Medicine, and it’s located in Salem, Virginia.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role ranges from $200,000 to $350,000.

Dr.Job

What are the main responsibilities of the Chief of Medicine?

Ms.Smith

The Chief of Medicine will lead and direct the Medical Service staff and its programs, including care in the acute inpatient units and the Emergency Department at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do you need for this position?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, you need to meet the basic requirements listed in the job announcement, and if you’re still completing training or license requirements, you might be tentatively selected but can’t be hired until everything’s finished.

Dr.Job

What are some basic requirements for this role?

Ms.Smith

You need a degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine from an approved school, a current unrestricted license to practice in the U.S., and completion of residency training in an accredited core specialty program.

Dr.Job

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

Ms.Smith